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China & South Africa Deepen Investment Ties amid U.S. Tariff Pressures

When Washington tightened the screws with steep tariffs on South African exports, Pretoria found itself at a crossroads. No longer assured of duty-free access under AGOA, South Africa now confronts.

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AGOA at Risk: What It Means for African Industries

The African Growth and Opportunity Act, better known as AGOA, was born in 2000 with the hope of being more than just a trade deal. Envisioned under President Bill Clinton,.

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South Africa’s Changing Trade Alliances May Impact Africa’s Economy

South Africa, Africa’s most industrialised economy, is entering a decisive phase in its global trade posture. The imposition of 30% tariffs on South African exports by the United States in.

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Kenya and Uganda Deepen Trade Ties as U.S. Tariffs Reshape Africa’s Global Position

In July 2025, Donald Trump’s administration imposed sweeping tariffs on African exports, raising taxes by 10% across the board and up to 50% for selected nations. While South Africa, Nigeria,.

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A Global Perspective on the China-Africa Trade Dynamics Boosting Economies

Africa has rapidly emerged as one of the most important destinations for Chinese exports, a shift accelerated by the trade policies of the United States under Donald Trump. With tariffs.

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Trump’s Tariffs on Africa: Negotiation, Strategy, and the Road Ahead

The Trump administration’s far-reaching tariffs on African exports have sparked a flurry of reactions across the continent, as governments, industries, and civil society contend with the far-reaching implications of a.

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The Law, the Deals, and the Future: Emeka U. Opara Dissects Africa’s Global Partnerships

Africa’s global partnerships are often framed as mutually beneficial, yet beneath the surface lie legal and economic imbalances that shape the continent’s trajectory. With decades of experience in international law,.

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US Election: Implications of Trump’s Victory for Africa

The United States Presidential election of 2024 has concluded, with the Republican Party candidate, Donald J. Trump, emerging as the 47th President of the USA. His victory not only signals.

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U.S., Kenya launch non-tariff trade and investment partnership talks

The United States and Kenya on Thursday launched a strategic trade and investment partnership to pursue commitments to boost economic growth, support African regional economic integration and deepen trade cooperation..

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AGOA: The Need For An Extension

Since its enactment in 2000, the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has been at the core of U.S. economic policy and commercial engagement with Africa. AGOA provides eligible Sub-.

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