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US to drop South Africa, Rwanda from duty-free trade initiative

Published November 2, 2026 4:40 pm • Updated November 2, 2026 4:40 pm •
US to drop South Africa, Rwanda from duty-free trade initiative
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The Trump administration has said South Africa and Rwanda are breaking the rules of the AGOA free trade initiative, a centerpiece of US economic engagement with sub-Saharan Africa.

The Trump administration has said South Africa and Rwanda are breaking the rules of the AGOA free trade initiative, a centerpiece of US economic engagement with sub-Saharan Africa.

Source: Deutsche Welle — Original report ↗

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Original source: Deutsche Welle ↗