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African nations urge U.S. Congress to extend AGOA to avoid tariffs and job losses.
African manufacturers, including Nigeria’s, are urging U.S. Congress to extend the African Growth and Opportunities Act (AGOA) by one to two years before its September 2025 expiration.
AGOA grants duty-free access to the U.S. market for thousands of products from eligible African nations, supporting jobs in textiles, automotive, and mining sectors.
Without an extension, manufacturers face steep tariffs, risking layoffs and a shift toward Asian suppliers.
The program has helped boost African exports, strengthen trade ties, and counterbalance growing Chinese influence.
Industry leaders stress AGOA’s importance for economic growth, job preservation, and continued U.S.-Africa cooperation.
Las naciones africanas instan al Congreso de los Estados Unidos a extender la AGOA para evitar aranceles y pérdidas de empleos.