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Africa: Coal Market 2024

Coal Market Size in Africa

In 2022, the African coal market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. In general, consumption recorded a mild decline. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Coal Production in Africa

In value terms, coal production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a noticeable slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Coal Exports

Exports in Africa

In 2022, overseas shipments of coal were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year declining trend. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, coal exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a strong expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

South Africa represented the key exporter of coal in Africa, with the volume of exports resulting at X tons, which was approx. X% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Mozambique (X tons), achieving a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to coal exports from South Africa stood at X%. At the same time, Mozambique (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Mozambique emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Africa, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Mozambique increased by X percentage points.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest coal supplier in Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Mozambique ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

In South Africa, coal exports increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Africa stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed moderate growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mozambique ($X per ton), while South Africa stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (X%).

Coal Imports

Imports in Africa

Coal imports surged to X tons in 2022, jumping by X% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports recorded a resilient increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, coal imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed strong growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Morocco represented the main importer of coal in Africa, with the volume of imports recording X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2022. South Africa (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, followed by Kenya (X tons). All these countries together held near X% share of total imports. The following importers - Senegal (X tons), Egypt (X tons), Mauritius (X tons), Madagascar (X tons), Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons) and Ethiopia (X tons) - together made up X% of total imports.

Imports into Morocco increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Democratic Republic of the Congo (X%), Kenya (X%), Senegal (X%), South Africa (X%), Madagascar (X%), Ethiopia (X%), Egypt (X%) and Mauritius (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Democratic Republic of the Congo emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Africa, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. While the share of Kenya (X p.p.), Morocco (X p.p.) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of Egypt (X p.p.) and Mauritius (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Morocco ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported coal in Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Africa ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Egypt, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Morocco totaled X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: South Africa (X% per year) and Egypt (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

South Africa remains the largest coal consuming country in Africa, accounting for 90% of total volume. Moreover, coal consumption in South Africa exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Morocco, more than tenfold.
South Africa remains the largest coal producing country in Africa, comprising approx. 93% of total volume. Moreover, coal production in South Africa exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mozambique, more than tenfold.
In value terms, South Africa and Mozambique were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021.
In value terms, Morocco constitutes the largest market for imported coal in Africa, comprising 44% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Africa, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by Egypt, with a 10% share.
The export price in Africa stood at $78 per ton in 2021, picking up by 35% against the previous year.
In 2021, the import price in Africa amounted to $82 per ton, rising by 13% against the previous year.

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    • 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

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    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
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      Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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      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

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      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

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      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 2012–2023
      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 2012–2023
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
    10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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    11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

      The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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      • 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 2023
      2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      3. Market Value, 2012–2023
      4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
      5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
      9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    13. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      2. Market Value, 2012–2023
      3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
      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, 2012–2023
      18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      19. Production, By Country, 2023
      20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
      27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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