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AGOA Guide for African Exporters

Access U.S. markets through the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA)

The U.S. African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) significantly enhances market access to the United States for qualifying sub-Saharan African countries. The AGOA Exporter Toolkit provides resources that help African businesses streamline their exporting process. Exporters can filter their search by sector, browse a broad range of resources, and delve into trade terminology that will reduce barriers to reaching U.S. markets.

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Tool Snapshot

  • Partner agency: U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)

  • Provides: Market access, market analysis

  • Eligibility: Businesses based in sub-Saharan Africa (varies by country)

Our Impact

Tahara & Fils, a Guinean-based palm oil business, shipped its first container of palm oil to a distributor in Maryland thanks to technical assistance from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). “We have learned how to apply strict quality criteria, fill out required documentation, and improve our commercial export billing process,” founder Tahara Haidara Diallo explains. “These exports enable our growth and investments in new markets and give more value to our products."

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Woman-Owned West African Business Enters U.S. Market