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US now opens door for Kenya to reclaim vital Agoa trade benefits

By The Standard January 13, 2026

Source: The Standard

US now opens door for Kenya to reclaim vital Agoa trade benefits

Kenyan exporters to the United States are a step closer to reclaiming crucial duty-free access after the US House of Representatives passed a law paving the way for a three-year extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa), whichexpired last September.The House voted 340-54 on Monday to renew the pact through 2028, retroactively covering its lapse since September 2025.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log in

The House voted 340-54 on Monday to renew the pact through 2028, retroactively covering its lapse since September 2025.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log in

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