Gauteng to take centre stage at AGOA forum

SACCUSA recently played a pivotal role in facilitating a crucial meeting between the US Chamber of Commerce and the trade delegation led by MEC Tasneem Motara, highlighting the strategic significance of Gauteng in the global economic landscape.

The focus of this meeting with the US Chamber of Commerce concentrated on the upcoming AGOA (African Growth and Opportunity Act) forum to be held in South Africa, where Gauteng will take centre stage to showcase the diverse economic and investment opportunities within its various Special Economic Zones. This collaborative effort between SACCUSA, the US Chamber of Commerce, and Gauteng aims to establish a robust working relationship that reinforces the commitment to strengthening US-Africa trade relations.

Gauteng holds a key position within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AFCFTA) agreement. The convergence of SACCUSA’s mission, Gauteng’s economic potential, and the upcoming AGOA forum amplifies the transformative prospects that lie ahead through collaborative endeavours.

Gauteng will take centre stage to showcase the diverse economic and investment opportunities within its various Special Economic Zones

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