Trade

The Kenya Transporters Association has condemned the reported detention of Kenyan drivers leaders by Ugandan authorities. The arrests followed the leaders role in resolving a trucking standoff between Uganda and South Sudan. Drivers have launched a strike at the Malaba and Busia borders disrupting cargo movement.

May 11, 2026 Reported by AI

Representative Ro Khanna urged President Trump to secure concrete gains during his current visit to China, including renewed soybean purchases and access to critical minerals.

The first shipment of Kenyan avocados reached China on May 8 under a new zero-tariff agreement that began on May 1. Chinese authorities confirmed the arrival of 6.9 tonnes of the fruit alongside South African apples. The deal removes duties on 98.2 per cent of Kenyan exports to help balance trade.

May 09, 2026 Reported by AI

The value of trade exchange between Egypt and France increased to $2.96 billion in 2025, up 1% from 2024, according to CAPMAS figures released on the occasion of a presidential meeting.

An Ohio entrepreneur who imports sneaker accessories is trying to recover roughly $25,000 in duties after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in February that President Donald Trump’s broad “emergency” tariffs were not authorized under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. U.S. Customs and Border Protection opened an online claims system on April 20, but trade attorneys and policy analysts say the process remains paperwork-heavy and could leave some refund money unclaimed.

May 01, 2026 Reported by AI

Colombia's National Federation of Cattle Ranchers (Fedegán) stated that the government's proposed decree to set quotas on exports of two-year-old live steers is 'viciated by illegality'. The group argues it breaches the GATT and exposes the state to lawsuits. The measure sets a maximum quota of 66,700 units for six months.