AGOA: US-Africa Trade Accord Hangs In The Balance

The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is a cornerstone of trade relations between the United States and African countries (Credit: AFP)

The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), whose future is in doubt since Donald Trump returned to the White House, provides duty-free access to the United States for certain African products.

The accord is up for review in September and its disappearance could lead American importers to look for other sources.