25 年美国免关税红利要停，非洲服装厂订单减 2/3，工人慌了

Core Points - The impending expiration of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) poses a significant threat to the livelihoods of workers in Kenya's garment industry, particularly for women like Joan Wambui, who rely on these jobs for their families' survival [2][4][5] - The AGOA has allowed over 30 African countries to export goods to the U.S. duty-free since 1998, with Kenya's garment sector alone exporting $470 million worth of clothing last year, creating 66,000 jobs, predominantly for women [4][11] - The factory manager, Isaac Maluki, reports a drastic reduction in long-term orders, down by two-thirds compared to last year, which could lead to significant job losses and financial losses for the factory [5][11] Industry Impact - The potential termination of AGOA could severely impact not only Kenya but also over 30 African nations that depend on this policy for trade, affecting a wide range of products and hindering the development of local manufacturing industries [9][11] - The uncertainty surrounding U.S. policy, including the possibility of renewed tariffs, creates a challenging environment for African exporters, with diplomatic efforts underway to secure a renewal of AGOA [11][13] - Trade experts suggest that African countries should focus on enhancing internal trade cooperation to reduce reliance on the U.S. market, especially with the establishment of the African Continental Free Trade Area [13][15]