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AGOA Expiration Threatens 1 Million African Jobs

9/30/2025

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Story summary
  • The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is set to expire, risking 1 million African jobs.
  • Since 2000, AGOA has provided duty-free access to U.S. markets, boosting exports and employment.
  • Kenya could lose 300,000 jobs if AGOA ends.
  • Leaders push for a one-year extension and new U.S. trade deals.
  • Uncertainty prompts layoffs, including United Aryan cutting 1,000 jobs.