Africa forges a trade future beyond AGOA
African nations are preparing for the conclusion of the African Growth and Opportunity Act, viewing it as an opportunity to develop a new trade strategy anchored in the African Continental Free Trade Area and e-commerce.
African manufacturers warn short-term AGOA extension offers a brief respite
Manufacturers and governments in Africa express concerns that the one-year extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act provides only a temporary solution to trade challenges with the U.S.
Headlines: The United States Opens the Door to African Products
The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has been renewed for one year, allowing continued access for African products to the American market amid a temporary relief for Africa.
The United States Reactivates Agoa for One Year: South Africa Tested on Its Relations with Washington
The United States has reactivated the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) for one year, allowing eligible African countries to export certain products to the U.S. duty-free, which comes as a relief for agricultural and manufacturing exporters.
Madagascar: the textile sector in suspense after the temporary suspension of American customs duties
Madagascar's textile industry faces uncertainty following the one-year renewal of the Agoa trade pact, crucial for duty-free exports to the U.S.
AGOA: 'On the defensive, Washington tactically prepares its withdrawal through this type of compromise'
The U.S. Congress has temporarily renewed the African Growth and Opportunity Act for a year, reflecting a defensive posture in trade relations with African countries.
US President Donald Trump signs short-term extension of AGOA
President Donald Trump has signed a short-term extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), providing temporary relief to African countries amid uncertainty over the trade agreement's future.
Lesotho Welcomes Agoa Extension
The Lesotho government has welcomed the extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act, which provides temporary duty-free access to the US market, until December 2026, although it does not meet the expectations for a longer renewal.
The United States Reactivates Agoa for One Year, the Economic Agreement on African Exports
The U.S. Senate voted on February 3, 2026, to reactivate the Agoa for another year, allowing many African products to enter the U.S. market duty-free, a move signed by President Donald Trump, though the one-year window is seen as too short for many exporters.
Washington extends AGOA law to enhance trade partnership with Africa until the end of 2028
The U.S. House of Representatives approved a bill extending the 'African Growth and Opportunity Act' (AGOA) for an additional three years, reflecting bipartisan support and aiming to boost U.S.-Africa trade relations.
US House passes 3-year AGOA extension but South Africa's inclusion is unclear
The US House of Representatives has approved a three-year extension of the AGOA trade program, but South Africa's continued participation is uncertain as the bill moves to the Senate for further debate.