This bill extends the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), a trade program that provides preferential market access to sub-Saharan African countries, by two years through 2027. It also directs the U.S. Trade Representative to develop a strategy within 180 days for negotiating bilateral trade agreements with at least five AGOA beneficiary countries, taking into account their adherence to democratic governance and human rights standards. Additionally, the legislation requires the President to conduct a comprehensive review of the U.S. relationship with South Africa within 120 days, including a certification on whether South Africa has engaged in activities undermining U.S. national security interests, and to submit a classified report identifying senior South African officials and African National Congress leaders potentially subject to sanctions for corruption or human rights abuses. No specific funding amounts are allocated in the bill, which focuses on extending existing trade benefits, strategic reviews, and reporting requirements related to U.S.-Africa trade and diplomatic relations.
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