Thousands of workers in limbo as US-Africa trade deal set to expire

Published: 9/30/2025
Thousands of workers in limbo as US-Africa trade deal set to expire
Thousands of workers at risk as US-Africa trade deal faces expiration, impacting job security for many in the garment industry. The African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) has been crucial in providing duty-free access to the US market for African goods for 25 years, benefiting countries like Kenya. Factory closures and layoffs loom if the deal is not extended, highlighting the need for new markets and trade strategies to sustain jobs and economic growth in Africa.