DStv Channel 403 Thursday, 03 October 2024

21st AGOA Forum | Business pushes for renewal of US trade deal

JOHANNESBURG - The private sector is throwing its weight behind calls to renew the African Growth and Opportunity Act.

The trade deal that gives some states duty-free access to US markets, expires in 14 months.

But, South Africa and other African states want the deal renewed by the end of 2024.

That will be before a new US administration enters the Oval Office which may thwart the deal.

We find out what 'Trump' cards we still have to play with Rick Menell from Business Unity SA.

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