AGOA

The African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA) is a U.S. non-reciprocal tariff-preference trade scheme covering the Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) which was signed into law on May 18, 2000. The non-reciprocal trade preference system renders duty and quota free access to the US market to eligible countries.

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Export Digest: Products Entry into the USA - What Manufacturers/Exporters have to do

24 April 2012
The Export Digest touches on export-related matters such as export marketing, trade finance, export logistics, international trade law, export administration, export sales contracts and export success stories under AGOA. We answer readers’ questions about practical export-related matters and highlight important trade-related developments such as new trade agreements or regulatory changes. International trade experts, exporters and importers, and industry figures feature as guest contributors to the column to share their experiences.

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SATH Supports Lesotho Denim and Textile Garment Manufacturer to Recapture US Market

24 April 2012
lesothodenimandtextiles‘Sourcing at Magic’ is North America’s largest, most comprehensive garment/fashion sourcing event, featuring more than 800 apparel, accessories and footwear firms. SATH supported Formosa Textiles, a Lesotho denim and textile garment manufacturer, to exhibit at the Sourcing element of Magic, which exposed the company to hundreds of sourcing executives, designers, merchandising managers and private label buyers.

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SATH Discusses African Growth and Opportunity Act and Rules of Origin in Swaziland

24 April 2012
agoa-1From March 12-13, SATH presented on the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and Rules of Origin (ROO) during a workshop organized by the Swaziland Investment Promotion Authority (SIPA). The first day, focusing on AGOA, drew 26 companies and 14 officials from the United States Government (USG), SIPA, Swaziland Government departments and the media.

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Fancy Foods Show Participants Report Additional Orders

26 March 2012

hh8SATH supported companies that attended the Fancy Food Show in Washington DC, in July 2011, recently reported orders and positive developments as a result of their participation. Rozendal Vinegar comments, “This is a great show for us and the exposure has been amazing”.

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Export Digest: Product Entry into the US Market - Why some goods are refused

19 March 2012

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The exporter's expectation is to see his consignment arrive in the destination country on time, safely and to get paid within the contractual terms. However, some products are refused entry at the ports of entry resulting in delays, demurrage charges, re-exporting costs, possible damage to products, loss of business and, in some cases, legal proceedings.

This Export Digest presents the chief reasons why some goods are refused entry into the US. Exporters should be aware of these reasons and avoid or address them to prevent loss of export revenue.

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Evaluation Overview of the June 2011 Textile, Apparel, Trims and Retail Business to Business (B2B) Event

Evaluation Overview of the June 2011 Textile, Apparel, Trims and Retail Business to Business (B2B) Event

31 December 2011
AGOA | Value Chains | Cotton, Textiles & Clothing

Ninety eight delegates representing 55 companies from 15 countries attended the 7th Business to Business (B2B) Event in Cape Town, South Africa, in June 2011.

Four hundred and sixty pre-arranged half hour, one on one meeting were held over two days, resulting in US$1.5 to 2.0 million in sourcing and sales deals to date by the manufacturing sector alone. As the vast majority of retailers indicated it was too early to determine the final sourcing outcome, the value of deals will undoubtedly increase considerably.

The consensus from the delegates was that it was a well-run and focused regional trade and export driven event, but that the number of companies attending should be increased and incorporates additional countries on the African continent.

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SATH Trains Tanzanians on AGOA, NTBs and Rules of Origin

10 October 2011

octpic3At the request of the Ministry of Trade and Industry, SATH trained 49 public/private sector participants in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, from August 24-26. The three-day training program covered the African Growth and Opportunities Act (AGOA), Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs); and Rules of Origin (ROO). Deliberations on NTBs and AGOA attracted a lot of interest and debate, especially during group work sessions.

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Southern African Firms Shine at Fancy Foods Show

08 August 2011

fancyfoodsThis year 17 Southern African companies exhibited at the Summer Fancy Food show from July 10-12 in Washington D.C. USAID Southern Africa Trade Hub, USAID West Africa Trade Hub, COMPETE, and South Africa's Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) partnered on the Taste of Africa pavilion that featured more than 30 African companies.

The Taste of Africa pavilion offered gourmet innovations and savory food sensations from across the continent. It showcased world-class companies such as Rozendal Vinegar – winner of the 2011 Gold Sofi Award for best vinegar – and Willow Creek Products innovator of the snap & squeeze sachets, a single serving sachets filled with 8ml of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. During the trade show, Willow Creek Products met with AMI about major airline opportunities for the snap & squeeze sachets. Also, the pavilion featured cooking demonstrations by celebrity chef and author Dominique Macquet of Dominique's On Magazine in New Orleans.

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US Announces New African Trade Capacity Building Initiative at AGOA Forum

14 June 2011
AGOA

The United States announced an additional commitment of up to $30 million per year for four years, subject to availability of funds, to boost trade capacity in Africa. United States Trade Representative, Ron Kirk, made the announcement during the opening session of the Tenth African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum on June 9, in Lusaka, Zambia.

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Briefing on 2011 African Growth and Opportunity Act Forum with MCC CEO Daniel Yohannes

Briefing on 2011 African Growth and Opportunity Act Forum with MCC CEO Daniel Yohannes

26 April 2011
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On Tuesday, April 26th, Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Chief Executive Officer Daniel Yohannes spoke with African journalists via teleconference about the upcoming 2011 AGOA Forum which will be held in Lusaka, Zambia on June 9 and 10, 2011, as well as MCC investments in the region.

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