Broadcast Schedule

On Daybreak Africa:  Authorities in South Sudan say they are ready to host Pope Francis, who is presently in the Democratic Republic of Congo but is scheduled to visit the East African nation on Friday. There, he will meet with authorities, religious leaders and locals who were displaced from their homes because of the unrest in the nation. Plus, Zimbabwean authorities say they plan to build “Zim Cyber City,” a modern city expected to cost approximately $60 billion and will replace the capital, Harare.  For this and more, stay tuned to Daybreak Africa!

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.

On Africa News Tonight: Pope Francis Thursday addressed a rally which had an attendance of over 65,000 youth in the Democratic Republic of Congo, who expressed joy in meeting the pontiff after they were encouraged to fight against corruption. Plus, African military officials are set to meet in Botswana’s capital, Gaborone to discuss efforts to boost food security while fighting conflict. For this and more, stay tuned to Africa News Tonight!

A Kobe Bryant #24 jersey worn by the late Los Angeles Lakers basketball star during his MVP season of 2007-2008 is expected to fetch a record price during a one-week auction that begins Feb. 2 at Sotheby's in New York City. VOA's Gwen Outen will have a report on Thursday's show. Also on the program, Mike Mbonye and Samson Omale will have reports on how the 7th edition of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) football tournament in Algeria has attracted international scouts, a sign that the competition is coming of age

On Africa News Tonight: Zimbabwean authorities Thursday said their government has concrete plans in place that are focused on repatriating thousands of its citizens whose exemption permits expire on June 30 in South Africa. Plus, Zambian authorities report that flash floods that started in January have damaged infrastructure, crops and left over 50,000 locals displaced and in need of emergency relief in the southern African nation. For this and more, stay tuned to Africa News Tonight!