Trump removes South Africa and Rwanda from AGOAAGOA cuts put African trade and jobs in the crossfireU.S. enforces AGOA standards against South Africa and Rwanda
On November 2, the Trump administration said South Africa and Rwanda would lose eligibility for the AGOA trade program on January 1, 2027, ending their duty-free access for covered exports to the United States.On November 2, the Trump administration said South Africa and Rwanda would lose AGOA eligibility on January 1, 2027, threatening duty-free exports and regional supply chains.On November 2, the Trump administration announced that South Africa and Rwanda would lose AGOA eligibility on January 1, 2027, citing trade, security and foreign policy concerns.