Luke Anami

East African countries have a small window to take advantage of market opportunities under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa), which expires next year.

According to the latest listing, Rwanda is among the 32 countries that are still eligible for duty-free exports, although it will still not be allowed to send apparel to the US market

Kenya has been forced to review its electronic travel authorisation (eTA) system, which many travellers had faulted as a visa by another name.

The businesses say they have been harassed and intimidated by the security guards in the President's office whenever they have tried to make demands.

The businesses say they have been harassed and intimidated by the security guards Luke Anami The East African

The reforms also include a shift in the handling of import permits, which will now only be issued for high-risk products.

The regional bloc Comesa has begun streamlining multiple business processes to simplify trade among member states in East and Southern Africa, aiming

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Trump's focus, they warn, could be limited to how Africa fits within his broader geopolitical objectives, especially concerning his rivalry with China.