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Africa: Bearing Market 2025

Bearing Market Size in Africa

In 2021, the African bearing market increased by 1.5% to $X, rising for the fifth consecutive year after three years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.2% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The level of consumption peaked in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Bearing Production in Africa

In value terms, bearing production reached $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 33%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Bearing Exports

Exports in Africa

In 2021, approx. X tons of ball and roller bearings were exported in Africa; jumping by 26% on 2020. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 34%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, bearing exports amounted to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, showed a pronounced descent. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from South Africa (X tons), together resulting at 91% of total export.

South Africa experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of ball and roller bearings. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) also remains the largest bearing supplier in Africa.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa totaled -4.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -10.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a pronounced decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the export price increased by 5.8%. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for South Africa.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Africa amounted to -3.4% per year.

Bearing Imports

Imports in Africa

In 2021, overseas purchases of ball and roller bearings decreased by -3.2% to X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a four-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted perceptible growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 51%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, bearing imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a noticeable decrease. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Nigeria represented the largest importer of ball and roller bearings in Africa, with the volume of imports accounting for X tons, which was near 61% of total imports in 2021. It was distantly followed by South Africa (X tons), comprising an 11% share of total imports. The following importers - Angola (X tons), Algeria (X tons), Morocco (X tons), Ghana (X tons), Egypt (X tons) and Sudan (X tons) - together made up 16% of total imports.

Imports into Nigeria increased at an average annual rate of +9.4% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Angola (+12.1%), Ghana (+6.5%), Sudan (+5.8%), Morocco (+1.8%) and Algeria (+1.8%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Angola emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Africa, with a CAGR of +12.1% from 2012-2021. South Africa experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Egypt (-4.1%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Nigeria (+19 p.p.) and Angola (+2 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Egypt and South Africa saw its share reduced by -2.2% and -6.8% from 2012 to 2021, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported ball and roller bearings in Africa, comprising 34% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Nigeria ($X), with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Algeria, with a 7.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in South Africa amounted to -1.4%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Nigeria (-5.5% per year) and Algeria (+0.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, rising by 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a abrupt setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 65%. Over the period under review, import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while Nigeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Morocco (+0.5%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of bearing consumption in 2021 were Central African Republic, Algeria and Egypt, together comprising 35% of total consumption. South Africa, Morocco, Senegal, Tunisia, Ghana, Tanzania, Guinea, Nigeria, Ethiopia and Sudan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 45%.
Central African Republic constituted the country with the largest volume of bearing production, accounting for 100% of total volume.
In value terms, South Africa remains the largest bearing supplier in Africa, comprising 90% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Namibia, with a 1% share of total exports.
In value terms, the largest bearing importing markets in Africa were South Africa, Egypt and Morocco, together comprising 45% of total imports. These countries were followed by Algeria, Nigeria, Ghana, Tunisia, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Senegal, Zimbabwe, Guinea and Sudan, which together accounted for a further 32%.
The bearing export price in Africa stood at $15,023 per ton in 2021, waning by -2.3% against the previous year.
In 2021, the bearing import price in Africa amounted to $9,978 per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bearing market in Africa. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 28151030 - Ball bearings
  • Prodcom 28151053 - Tapered roller bearings (including cone and tapered roller assemblies)
  • Prodcom 28151055 - Spherical roller bearings
  • Prodcom 28151057 - Cylindrical roller bearings (excluding roller bearings, needle roller bearings)
  • Prodcom 28151070 - Needle roller bearings
  • Prodcom 28151090 - Roller bearings (including combined ball/roller bearings) (excluding tapered roller bearings, spherical roller bearings, n eedle roller bearings)

Country coverage:

  • Algeria
  • Angola
  • Benin
  • Botswana
  • Burkina Faso
  • Burundi
  • Cabo Verde
  • Cameroon
  • Central African Republic
  • Chad
  • Comoros
  • Congo
  • Democratic Republic of the Congo
  • Djibouti
  • Egypt
  • Equatorial Guinea
  • Eritrea
  • Ethiopia
  • Gabon
  • Gambia
  • Ghana
  • Guinea
  • Guinea-Bissau
  • Kenya
  • Lesotho
  • Liberia
  • Libya
  • Madagascar
  • Malawi
  • Mali
  • Mauritania
  • Mauritius
  • Mayotte
  • Morocco
  • Mozambique
  • Namibia
  • Niger
  • Nigeria
  • Reunion
  • Rwanda
  • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Sao Tome and Principe
  • Senegal
  • Seychelles
  • Sierra Leone
  • Somalia
  • South Africa
  • Sudan
  • Swaziland
  • Tanzania
  • Togo
  • Tunisia
  • Uganda
  • Zambia
  • Zimbabwe
  • Cote d'Ivoire
  • Western Sahara
  • South Sudan

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in Africa, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Africa
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Algeria
    • Angola
    • Benin
    • Botswana
    • Burkina Faso
    • Burundi
    • Cabo Verde
    • Cameroon
    • Central African Republic
    • Chad
    • Comoros
    • Congo
    • Democratic Republic of the Congo
    • Djibouti
    • Egypt
    • Equatorial Guinea
    • Eritrea
    • Ethiopia
    • Gabon
    • Gambia
    • Ghana
    • Guinea
    • Guinea-Bissau
    • Kenya
    • Lesotho
    • Liberia
    • Libya
    • Madagascar
    • Malawi
    • Mali
    • Mauritania
    • Mauritius
    • Mayotte
    • Morocco
    • Mozambique
    • Namibia
    • Niger
    • Nigeria
    • Reunion
    • Rwanda
    • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
    • Sao Tome and Principe
    • Senegal
    • Seychelles
    • Sierra Leone
    • Somalia
    • South Africa
    • Sudan
    • Swaziland
    • Tanzania
    • Togo
    • Tunisia
    • Uganda
    • Zambia
    • Zimbabwe
    • Cote d'Ivoire
    • Western Sahara
    • South Sudan

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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