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Obama to boost ties with Kenya and pledges increased trade with Africa

Students from various universities in Kenya listen to a video-linked speech by US President Barack Obama at the US Embassy in Nairobi. [Photo: WILLIS AWANDU/STANDARD]

US President Barack Obama has rooted for increased trade with African countries ahead of crucial summit with the continent’s presidents in Washington DC.

Obama announced his plans to renegotiate the Africa Growth and Opportunities Act (Agoa) to increase trade between Africa and the US.

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