Q. What is the impact of Donald Trump’s trade policies on African countries, such as Ghana and Kenya?

Donald Trump’s trade policies had a mixed impact on African countries like Ghana and Kenya. The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) was unchanged under Trump, allowing African countries to export certain goods to the US duty-free. However, Trump’s “America First” approach and tariffs on certain products, like steel and aluminum, affected some African economies. Ghana, for example, saw a decline in its aluminum exports to the US due to Trump’s tariffs. Kenya, on the other hand, benefited from increased exports of apparel and textiles to the US under AGOA. Additionally, Trump’s administration launched the “Prosper Africa” initiative, aiming to increase two-way trade between the US and Africa. Overall, while Trump’s trade policies presented challenges for some African countries, others continued to benefit from existing trade agreements and initiatives. The impact varied by country and industry, with some experiencing growth and others facing obstacles.