African exporters have once again secured duty-free access to the United States market after Washington officially renewed the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) through a new presidential proclamation, restoring an important trade channel for many African economies. The proclamation, signed by Donald Trump, enforces provisions under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, which renewed AGOA… Continue reading Trump renews AGOA framework, allowing African exports continued duty-free entry into the U.S.
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U.S. eases restrictions on stranded Russian oil shipments as African importers anticipate benefits
African fuel importers could see a brief boost in crude availability after the United States introduced a temporary measure permitting certain countries to access Russian oil cargoes that are currently stuck at sea. Washington’s decision to unlock these stranded shipments is expected to slightly ease global supply pressures, potentially offering relief to African economies facing… Continue reading U.S. eases restrictions on stranded Russian oil shipments as African importers anticipate benefits
US imposes new travel limits on 3 African nations
The United States has announced fresh travel restrictions affecting several African nations, among them the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan, and Uganda, following the Ebola outbreak reported in the region. For the past two years, Washington has introduced a series of strict travel measures and bans tied largely to diplomatic tensions. This latest action,… Continue reading US imposes new travel limits on 3 African nations
US introduces softer visa deposit measures for selected African nations heading to 2026 World Cup
Football supporters from five African countries have been granted partial relief after the United States announced it would remove the visa deposit requirement for eligible travellers attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026, although several conditions remain in place. The decision applies to fans from Algeria, Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, Senegal and Tunisia, all of… Continue reading US introduces softer visa deposit measures for selected African nations heading to 2026 World Cup
New study links Trump’s USAID closure to increase in violence across Africa
A recent study has connected the sudden dismantling of the United States Agency for International Development under U.S. President Donald Trump to increasing violence in some of Africa’s most vulnerable regions. The research, published on Thursday in the journal Science, revealed that areas previously heavily reliant on USAID assistance experienced a notable and prolonged rise… Continue reading New study links Trump’s USAID closure to increase in violence across Africa
Trump’s China trip sparks optimism over stable U.S.-China relations
Executives, scholars and global officials are optimistic that U.S. President Donald Trump’s planned state trip to China could strengthen cooperation and bring greater stability to relations between the world’s two biggest economies at a time of increasing global uncertainty. Chinese President Xi Jinping invited Trump for the official visit, which is scheduled to take place… Continue reading Trump’s China trip sparks optimism over stable U.S.-China relations
US rejects Iranian claim that its warship was hit by missiles
The United States has rejected claims from Iranian media that one of its naval vessels was hit by missiles while attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. United States Central Command (Centcom) stated that no US Navy ship had been struck, adding that American forces remain engaged in enforcing a naval blockade on Iranian… Continue reading US rejects Iranian claim that its warship was hit by missiles
Trump: US to assist vessels stuck in Strait of Hormuz
The United States has announced that from Monday it will begin efforts to release commercial vessels stranded after Iran shut down the vital Strait of Hormuz at the onset of the conflict. US President Donald Trump described the mission, dubbed “Project Freedom,” as a humanitarian effort, warning that any obstruction would be met with decisive… Continue reading Trump: US to assist vessels stuck in Strait of Hormuz
Trump signals plans to scrap whisky tariffs following the King’s visit.
US President Donald Trump has announced that he will abolish all tariffs and restrictions on whisky imports as a gesture in honour of King Charles and Queen Camilla’s state visit to the United States. He indicated that the decision would also allow greater cooperation between Scotland and the US state of Kentucky in the production… Continue reading Trump signals plans to scrap whisky tariffs following the King’s visit.
US places Nigeria on watchlist, warns of cutting half of its aid under new bill.
A new foreign aid bill cleared by the US House Appropriations Committee introduces tighter conditions on support to Nigeria, reflecting rising concerns in Washington about security challenges and governance in Africa’s most populous country. Contained within the Fiscal Year 2027 appropriations legislation covering national security, the State Department, and related programmes, the proposal sets total… Continue reading US places Nigeria on watchlist, warns of cutting half of its aid under new bill.