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African Beat - May 11, 2022

African Beat showcases the latest and the greatest of contemporary African music and conversation. From Benga to Juju, Hip Life to Bongo Flava, Bubu to Soukous and more, host David Vandy has his finger on the pulse of the hottest African music and related issues today.

International Edition 2330 EDT - May 10, 2022

International Edition delivers insight into world news through eye-witnesses, correspondent reports and analysis from experts and news makers. We also keep you in touch with social media, science and entertainment trends.

Daybreak Africa - May 10, 2022

Each morning, Daybreak Africa looks at the latest developments on the continent, starting with headline news and providing in-depth interviews, reports from VOA correspondents, sports news as well as listener comments.

VOA Newscasts - May 10, 2022

Give us 5 minutes, and we'll give you the world. Around the clock, Voice of America keeps you in touch with the latest news. We bring you reports from our correspondents and interviews with newsmakers from across the world.

African Beat - May 10, 2022

African Beat showcases the latest and the greatest of contemporary African music and conversation. From Benga to Juju, Hip Life to Bongo Flava, Bubu to Soukous and more, host David Vandy has his finger on the pulse of the hottest African music and related issues today.

FLASHPOINT UKRAINE: Russia bombards Odesa as UN documents humanitarian violations - May 10, 2022

Russia attacks the Ukrainian city of Odesa. VOA visits front line trenches in the Donbas. Plus, Finland and Sweden are expected to formally apply to join NATO later this month. And in a searing report, the Head of the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine describes the extent of destruction reaped upon the civilian population by Russian forces.

Health Chat - May 10, 2022

Health Chat is a live call-in program that addresses health issues of interest to Africa. The show puts listeners directly in touch with guest medical professionals. It includes a weekly feature spot, health news and comments from listeners on health issues. The program is hosted by veteran health reporter Linord Moudou.

Health Chat - May 10, 2022

Health Chat is a live call-in program that addresses health issues of interest to Africa. The show puts listeners directly in touch with guest medical professionals. It includes a weekly feature spot, health news and comments from listeners on health issues. The program is hosted by veteran health reporter Linord Moudou.

International Edition 1305 EDT - May 10, 2022

International Edition delivers insight into world news through eye-witnesses, correspondent reports and analysis from experts and news makers. We also keep you in touch with social media, science and entertainment trends.

Sonny Side of Sports - May 10, 2022

On Tuesday's show, "The Energetic" Andy Edwards catches up with Uganda-born athlete Deo Kato, whose Running For Justice Campaign has been recognized with an award by London Marathon organizers. Also on the program, Timothy Obiezu in Abuja reports on the visit to Nigeria by American boxing star Floyd Mayweather, who has an exhibition fight on Saturday (May 14) in the United Arab Emirates.

South Sudan in Focus - May 10, 2022

Health ministry officials in South Sudan have declared a cholera outbreak in Rubkona County of the country’s Unity State; The United Nations has donated 19 million US dollars to help communities in South Sudan prepare for severe flooding expected during the rainy season; Educational officials in the Kreinik locality of Sudan's West Darfur State are expressing concern over the fate of school operations. Schools have remained closed since deadly, inter-communal violence broke out last month.

Africa News Tonight-South African Police Report Electricity Cable Theft Increase; Britain Starts First Phase of Rwanda Immigration Agreement - May 10, 2022

Coming Up on VOA’s Africa News Tonight: ➡️ South African police officials report an increase in electricity cable theft, costing the Southern African nation billions of rands and contributing to the electricity blackout crisis; British officials Tuesday started the first stage of their immigration agreement with Rwanda of sending illegal migrants to the East African nation, however, argue the process will take time because some will seek to delay removals by lodging claims to stay. ➡️ For ...

VOA Newscasts - May 10, 2022

Give us 5 minutes, and we'll give you the world. Around the clock, Voice of America keeps you in touch with the latest news. We bring you reports from our correspondents and interviews with newsmakers from across the world.

International Edition 2330 EDT - May 09, 2022

International Edition delivers insight into world news through eye-witnesses, correspondent reports and analysis from experts and news makers. We also keep you in touch with social media, science and entertainment trends.

Daybreak Africa - May 09, 2022

Each morning, Daybreak Africa looks at the latest developments on the continent, starting with headline news and providing in-depth interviews, reports from VOA correspondents, sports news as well as listener comments.

VOA Newscasts - May 09, 2022

Give us 5 minutes, and we'll give you the world. Around the clock, Voice of America keeps you in touch with the latest news. We bring you reports from our correspondents and interviews with newsmakers from across the world.

FLASHPOINT UKRAINE: What does Putin’s WWII Victory Day speech says about the future? - May 09, 2022

What does Russian President Vladimir Putin’s WWII Victory Day remarks say about his future plans?  The United States and other G7 members unveil new sanctions against Moscow as it continues its war on Ukraine and efforts to help children affected by the trauma of war.

Let's Talk - May 09, 2022

Let's Talk is an interactive discussion program about lifestyle issues. The show’s host Sunday Shomari examines everything from African cuisine to cellphones, from online dating to arranged marriages, and more. Sunday collects audience questions and comments via social media, and speaks with a variety of guests on the programs who share their experiences and opinions.

International Edition 1305 EDT - May 09, 2022

International Edition delivers insight into world news through eye-witnesses, correspondent reports and analysis from experts and news makers. We also keep you in touch with social media, science and entertainment trends.

Sonny Side of Sports - May 09, 2022

Tunisia's Ons Jabeur moved up three places to number-seven in Monday's Women's Tennis Association rankings after winning the title at the Madrid Open over the weekend. Jabeur says she has been working very hard and she is looking forward to winning many more titles. We'll hear her comments on Monday's show. Also, Colonel Sam Ahmedu (retired), the president of FIBA Africa Zone Three, takes a look at the upcoming Basketball Africa League Playoffs in Kigali, Rwanda.

South Sudan in Focus - May 09, 2022

The United States embassy in South Sudan is calling on South Sudanese leaders to create a conducive environment for the general elections expected to take place next year; Democratic Republic of Congo President, Felix Tshisekedi, has vowed to spearhead efforts to have an arms embargo imposed on South Sudan lifted; Around two dozen South Sudanese in the U.S. staged a “peace rally” in front of the White House Saturday to demand that President Salva Kiir and his deputy Riek Machar step down.

Africa News Tonight - S.Africa Government Workers Plan Protest Over Salaries, Zimbabwe Tertiary Students Call For Schools Shutdown - May 09, 2022

Coming Up on Africa News Tonight: ➡️ South African government workers say they are planning protest action if the state doesn’t give all public employees a 10-percent raise which the Southern African government says they can’t afford; Zimbabwean university students Monday called for a shutdown of all tertiary institutions, protest action backed by teachers, nurses, and other public workers, all in a bid to force government to revoke steep tuition increases. ➡️ For this and more, stay tuned...

African Beat - May 09, 2022

African Beat showcases the latest and the greatest of contemporary African music and conversation. From Benga to Juju, Hip Life to Bongo Flava, Bubu to Soukous and more, host David Vandy has his finger on the pulse of the hottest African music and related issues today.

International Edition 2330 EDT - May 08, 2022

International Edition delivers insight into world news through eye-witnesses, correspondent reports and analysis from experts and news makers. We also keep you in touch with social media, science and entertainment trends.

Daybreak Africa - May 08, 2022

Each morning, Daybreak Africa looks at the latest developments on the continent, starting with headline news and providing in-depth interviews, reports from VOA correspondents, sports news as well as listener comments.

VOA Newscasts - May 08, 2022

Give us 5 minutes, and we'll give you the world. Around the clock, Voice of America keeps you in touch with the latest news. We bring you reports from our correspondents and interviews with newsmakers from across the world.

Nightline Africa - May 08, 2022

Join our host and correspondents from Washington and across Africa as they bring you in-depth interviews, news reports, analysis and features on this 60-minute news magazine show.

Music Time in Africa - May 08, 2022

Music Time in Africa is VOA’s longest running English language program. Since 1965, this award-winning program has featured pan African music that spans all genres and generations. Ethnomusicologist and Host Heather Maxwell keeps you up to date on what’s happening in African music with exclusive interviews, cultural information, and of course, great music -- including rare recordings from the Leo Sarkisian Library of African Music.

VOA Newscasts - May 07, 2022

Give us 5 minutes, and we'll give you the world. Around the clock, Voice of America keeps you in touch with the latest news. We bring you reports from our correspondents and interviews with newsmakers from across the world.

Nightline Africa - May 07, 2022

Join our host and correspondents from Washington and across Africa as they bring you in-depth interviews, news reports, analysis and features on this 60-minute news magazine show.

Music Time in Africa - May 07, 2022

Music Time in Africa is VOA’s longest running English language program. Since 1965, this award-winning program has featured pan African music that spans all genres and generations. Ethnomusicologist and Host Heather Maxwell keeps you up to date on what’s happening in African music with exclusive interviews, cultural information, and of course, great music -- including rare recordings from the Leo Sarkisian Library of African Music.

VOA Newscasts - May 07, 2022

Give us 5 minutes, and we'll give you the world. Around the clock, Voice of America keeps you in touch with the latest news. We bring you reports from our correspondents and interviews with newsmakers from across the world.

VOA Newscasts - May 06, 2022

Give us 5 minutes, and we'll give you the world. Around the clock, Voice of America keeps you in touch with the latest news. We bring you reports from our correspondents and interviews with newsmakers from across the world.

Russia in Syria/Ukraine: Parallels & Contrasts - May 06, 2022

Afghanistan Update - May 06, 2022

Supreme Court: Roe v. Wade - May 06, 2022

FLASHPOINT UKRAINE: Additional civilians leave Mariupol - May 06, 2022

More civilians evacuate from the besieged port city of Mariupol, as Ukraine sees an increase of fighting across the country ahead on Monday’s Victory Day over Nazi Germany in Moscow. How important is that day for Russian President Vladimir Putin? Plus, students from 64 countries stand ready to compete in an international science fair, including a handful from Ukraine.

International Edition 1305 EDT - May 06, 2022

Quick, informative, fun. VOA’s International Edition brings the world together with U.S. perspectives. Experts, analysts, social media views and newsmakers themselves help tell today’s stories everyone wants to hear. Brighten your day with VOA’s International Edition - on air, online, mobile.​

South Sudan in Focus - May 06, 2022

A Juba-based economic analyst says South Sudan will continue to experience a protracted economic crisis following an announcement by the country’s finance minister that South Sudan’s crude oil has been sold up to 2027; Police in the Northern Bahr al Ghazal State capital, Aweil say they are interrogating three Sudanese traders for their alleged involvement in defiling and killing a six-year-old girl on Wednesday before they are charged with defilement and murder; Around 30 political detainees ...

Sonny Side of Sports - May 06, 2022

Olympic 100m champion Marcell Jacobs of Italy is one of the featured athletes who will compete in Saturday's Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi, Kenya. Jacobs says it's fantastic and amazing to make his first trip to Africa and Kenya. He says the track in Nairobi is really fast and he can't wait to test his speed. We'll hear comments from Jacobs as well as several other athletes in Nairobi on Friday's show. So on your marks, get set and GO to Sonny Side of Sports on Friday!

Africa News Tonight- Guinea Alpha Conde and 26 Associates Face Prosecution; Experts Analyze Increase of African Rights Violations by Chinese - May 06, 2022

Coming Up on VOA’s Africa News Tonight: ➡️ Guinea’s military government this week announced plans to prosecute ousted President Alpha Conde and 26 of his former officials for murder, rape, kidnapping, and other crimes. VOA analyzes the significance of the charges; AND.... Experts argue abuse of local workers in Africa is quickly becoming uncommon, following a series of reports over the years, across the continent, amongst them a recent viral video of a Chinese employer whipping a Rwandan em...

African Beat - May 06, 2022

African Beat showcases the latest and the greatest of contemporary African music and conversation. From Benga to Juju, Hip Life to Bongo Flava, Bubu to Soukous and more, host David Vandy has his finger on the pulse of the hottest African music and related issues today.

VOA Newscasts - May 06, 2022

Give us 5 minutes, and we'll give you the world. Around the clock, Voice of America keeps you in touch with the latest news. We bring you reports from our correspondents and interviews with newsmakers from across the world.

International Edition 2330 EDT - May 05, 2022

International Edition delivers insight into world news through eye-witnesses, correspondent reports and analysis from experts and news makers. We also keep you in touch with social media, science and entertainment trends.

International Edition - May 05, 2022

International Edition delivers insight into world news through eye-witnesses, correspondent reports and analysis from experts and news makers. We also keep you in touch with social media, science and entertainment trends.

Daybreak Africa - May 05, 2022

Each morning, Daybreak Africa looks at the latest developments on the continent, starting with headline news and providing in-depth interviews, reports from VOA correspondents, sports news as well as listener comments.

VOA Newscasts - May 05, 2022

Give us 5 minutes, and we'll give you the world. Around the clock, Voice of America keeps you in touch with the latest news. We bring you reports from our correspondents and interviews with newsmakers from across the world.

FLASHPOINT UKRAINE: Investigating war crimes using technology - May 05, 2022

Russia pledged to observe a cease-fire Thursday in the Ukrainian city of Mariupol. A survey finds that half of Russians remain uncritically loyal to their country agreeing that people should support their country even if their country's actions and policies are in the wrong. And with the help of international experts, Ukraine is rushing to collect evidence of widespread war crimes, using 21st century technology to bring the perpetrators to justice.

Reporters' Roundtable - May 05, 2022

On Reporters' Roundtable join host and journalist Douglas Mpuga, along with a lively panel of journalists, who analyze the week’s major developments in Africa.

International Edition 1305 EDT - May 05, 2022

International Edition delivers insight into world news through eye-witnesses, correspondent reports and analysis from experts and news makers. We also keep you in touch with social media, science and entertainment trends