AGOA Status
Kenya is eligible for AGOA this year. It also qualifies for textile and apparel benefits.
Trade Agreements
The U.S. signed Trade and Investment Framework Agreements (TIFA) with the East African Community (EAC) in 2008, and with the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) in 2001. Kenya is a member of both regional organizations.
Kenya Trade Summary
U.S. total goods trade with Kenya were $1.5 billion in 2024. U.S. goods exports to Kenya in 2024 were $782.5 million, up 61.4 percent ($297.8 million) from 2023. U.S. goods imports from Kenya in 2024 were $737.3 million, down 17.5 percent ($156.7 million) from 2023. The U.S. goods trade surplus with Kenya was $45.2 million in 2024, a 111.0 percent increase ($454.6 million) over 2023.
