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Africa: Cobalt Ore Market 2024

Cobalt Ore Market Size in Africa

In 2022, after five years of growth, there was decline in the African cobalt ore market, when its value decreased by X% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, saw prominent growth. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then declined slightly in the following year.

Cobalt Ore Production in Africa

In value terms, cobalt ore production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Cobalt Ore Exports

Exports in Africa

In 2022, the amount of cobalt ores exported in Africa contracted rapidly to X tons, which is down by X% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, exports continue to indicate a sharp reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cobalt ore exports shrank rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports faced a precipitous contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Democratic Republic of the Congo dominates exports structure, amounting to X tons, which was near X% of total exports in 2022. Congo (X tons) held a little share of total exports.

Exports from Democratic Republic of the Congo decreased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022. Congo (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Congo (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2022, the share of Democratic Republic of the Congo (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X) remains the largest cobalt ore supplier in Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Congo ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

In Democratic Republic of the Congo, cobalt ore exports decreased by 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, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the export price increased by X%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Congo ($X per ton), while Democratic Republic of the Congo stood at $X per ton.

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

Cobalt Ore Imports

Imports in Africa

After three years of decline, purchases abroad of cobalt ores increased by X% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, faced a dramatic decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cobalt ore imports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a abrupt descent. The level of import peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Morocco prevails in imports structure, resulting at X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Zambia (X tons), generating a X% share of total imports. South Africa (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Morocco was also the fastest-growing in terms of the cobalt ores imports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. South Africa (X%) and Zambia (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Morocco increased by X percentage points. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

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

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

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price enjoyed a prominent expansion. Over the period under review, import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Morocco (X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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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
    4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

      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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