Ethiopia: New U.S. Tariffs Create Opportunity for Ethiopia's Clothing Industry

Ethiopia: New U.S. Tariffs Create Opportunity for Ethiopia's Clothing Industry

The newly imposed 10% U.S. tariffs on Ethiopian goods could be a game-changer for the country's manufacturing sector, particularly in clothing production, according to prominent economist Zemedeneh Negatu.

Impact for Kenya and Its Economy on the 10% Tariff on Its Exports to the U.S.

In an increasingly globalized economy, developing nations like Kenya have come to rely heavily on international trade, particularly with economic giants like the United States. The imposition of a 10% tariff on Kenyan exports to the U.S. marks a significant development, with wide-ranging implications for the country’s economy, trade relationships, industrial growth, and employment levels. In 2024, Kenya’s exports to the United States totaled app…

Kenyan manufacturers regret impact of Trump's 10% export tariff, call for review

Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) acknowledged the impact of the tariff on traders, including reduced competitiveness, increased costs and high trade deficit.

KAM calls for talks to address widening trade deficit with U.S. - Nairobi Business Monthly

The recent decision by the United States to include Kenyan exports, to its borders, as among those subject to a baseline tariff of 10% has sparked concerns among Kenyan manufacturers and exporters. It looks to damage the trade relationship the U.S and Kenya have established for years, especially since the African Growth and Opportunity Act