US Proposes African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Without South Africa | Firstpost Africa
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Tensions between South Africa and the United States are rising as a new US Senate bill proposes extending the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) while removing South Africa from the trade programme. Relations soured after Donald Trump’s controversial remarks about land seizures and alleged “genocide,” followed by a US boycott of Africa’s G20 summit. South Africa warns that losing AGOA—vital for duty-free access to US markets and billions in exports, especially agriculture—could severely impact its economy. As Washington cites concerns over geopolitics, China’s influence, and U.S. interests, President Cyril Ramaphosa faces mounting pressure amid escalating diplomatic tensions.
