Kenya’s government has welcomed the decision by the United States House of Representatives to pass a Bill that extends the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), for a further three years, saying this gives a huge impetus to the country’s trade relationship with the U.S. The act is such a huge lifeline, as it provides
The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is a U.S. law that provides eligible sub-Saharan African countries with duty-free access to the U.S. market for over 1,800 products. It aims at promoting economic growth, political reform, and economic stability in Africa; fostering greater U.S. trade and investment; and helping African economies diversify and integrate into