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The U.S. extended AGOA to 2026 with retroactive effect, but political and tariff challenges limit its impact on African trade.
The U.S. extended the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) through 2026 with retroactive effect, granting duty-free access to certain African exports like textiles and agricultural goods.
However, a Senate amendment shortened the extension to one year, creating uncertainty.
Ongoing U.S. tariffs on African goods—up to 30% on South Africa—and new global tariffs announced by President Trump weaken AGOA’s benefits.
Non-tariff barriers, including complex rules of origin and sanitary standards, disproportionately burden small African producers.
The program’s limited overall impact and frequent changes in eligibility based on political criteria undermine long-term investment and economic planning in sub-Saharan Africa.
Estados Unidos extendió la AGOA hasta 2026 con efecto retroactivo, pero los desafíos políticos y arancelarios limitan su impacto en el comercio africano.