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On this week’s episode of Red Carpet, host Jackson Mvunganyi speaks to Clare Akamanzi, the CEO of NBA Africa about a new accelerator program which is focused on empowering entrepreneurs on the continent. Plus, we spotlight how Dambe, a traditional form of boxing is making a gradual comeback in northern Nigeria after the sport had ceased for decades in the West African nation. This and more entertainment-related updates on today’s Red Carpet!

On this week’s edition of Healthy Living we focus on attempts by practitioners to address tuberculosis, TB, one of the world’s deadliest infectious diseases. We also spotlight challenges faced by Senegalese migrants in South Sudan who say the East African nation’s health care system has collapsed.

On this week’s episode of Our Voices, we speak to experts about the bond between a mother and her son. We also explore how maternal love brings the best out of children. Guests include: Uju Asika, an award-winning blogger and author of the book “Raising Boys Who Do Better: A Hopeful Guide for a New Generation.” We are also joined by Osato Egonmwan, a trained therapist.

A vessel carrying aid to Palestinians leaves Cyprus for a U.S.-built pier off Gaza. U.S. officials said the vessel will be used to offload supplies onto the floating pier built to expedite aid into the besieged enclave. It is Teacher Appreciation Week in the United States, to honor educators for their work in schools and universities. We will bring you the story of a teacher who has designed a curriculum to inspire teachers across Africa. And–in our entertainment report, the Madaraka Festival tours 13 cities across the U.S. in June to celebrate East African music, culture and community. Simon Javan Okelo and award-winning singer, Naomi Achu join Heather Maxwell for a live performance. All this and much more, coming up on today’s Africa 54!