Broadcast Schedule
Encounter
Join host Carol Castiel each week as she and two advocates from the world of politics, public policy, or academia discuss and debate a critical issue in the news, bringing depth, perspective, and insight to the world around us. Issues that affect our lives and global stability are debated in a free-wheeling, unscripted discussion of fact and opinion.
Up Front
On this fresh, fast-paced show, co-hosts Jackson Mvunganyi, in the U.S., and Nadia Samie, in Africa, talk to teens and young adults about Politics,trends, lifestyles, health, entertainment, and other issues touching listeners’ lives [30 minutes].Check out the Upfront blog at www.upfrontafrica.com
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Song of the Week "Magun" Plus Ghana's Reggae Pioneer Abu Sadiq - Music Time in Africa Music Time in Africa
Join Heather at :05 minutes past the hour and enjoy the latest Afrobeats & Afrohouse with Niniola's and Busiswa's "Magun" as Song of the Week. Ethiopian Afro rock with Jano, R&B by Mr Leo and Aya Nakamura pllus earthy sounds of rural Mali keep you fascinated with Africa's amazing music. We also stroll down memory lane with a 1971 tune from Zambia and "Mbube" by Miriam Makeba who passed away 10 years ago - November 9, 2008. There's more great music and then Heather's feature interview spotlights northern Ghanaian with reggae pioneer, Abu Sadiq. That's presented by reporter Samed Gaida and comes in at :50 min past the hour.
Music Time in Africa
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.
Encounter
Join host Carol Castiel each week as she and two advocates from the world of politics, public policy, or academia discuss and debate a critical issue in the news, bringing depth, perspective, and insight to the world around us. Issues that affect our lives and global stability are debated in a free-wheeling, unscripted discussion of fact and opinion.
Music Time in Africa
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.