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Africa: Ceramic Electrical Insulator Market 2025

Ceramic Electrical Insulator Market Size in Africa

The African ceramic electrical insulator market soared to $X in 2022, with an increase of 67% against the previous year. Overall, consumption posted a significant expansion. The level of consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Ceramic Electrical Insulator Production in Africa

In value terms, ceramic electrical insulator production soared to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 50%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Ceramic Electrical Insulator Exports

Exports by Country

South Africa was the largest exporter of electrical insulators of ceramics in Africa, with the volume of exports finishing at X units, which was near 52% of total exports in 2022. Democratic Republic of the Congo (X units) held a 32% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Sierra Leone (4.7%). The following exporters - Swaziland (X units), Morocco (X units) and Kenya (X units) - together made up 7.4% of total exports.

From 2020 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Kenya (with a CAGR of +356.4%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) emerged as the largest ceramic electrical insulator supplier in Africa, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X), with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by Morocco, with a 3.2% share.

In South Africa, ceramic electrical insulator exports expanded at an average annual rate of +59.8% over the period from 2020-2022. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Democratic Republic of the Congo (+4.9% per year) and Morocco (+238.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per unit, rising by 78% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a significant increase. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per unit), while Kenya ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2020 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Morocco (+47.5%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Ceramic Electrical Insulator Imports

Imports in Africa

Ceramic electrical insulator imports skyrocketed to X units in 2022, picking up by 81% on the previous year's figure. In general, imports enjoyed a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 641%. The volume of import peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, ceramic electrical insulator imports fell to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a noticeable curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 40%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Egypt (X units), distantly followed by Nigeria (X units), South Africa (X units), Mozambique (X units) and Morocco (X units) represented the major importers of electrical insulators of ceramics, together creating 82% of total imports. Tanzania (X units) and Libya (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Mozambique (with a CAGR of +49.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest ceramic electrical insulator importing markets in Africa were Nigeria ($X), Egypt ($X) and South Africa ($X), together comprising 62% of total imports. Libya, Mozambique, Morocco and Tanzania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 14%.

Mozambique, with a CAGR of +17.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Africa stood at $X per unit in 2022, reducing by -51% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 500% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices attained the maximum at $X per unit in 2015; however, from 2016 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 Libya ($X per unit), while Mozambique ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Libya (-10.7%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa, together comprising 53% of total consumption. Ghana, Sudan, Uganda, Egypt, Tanzania, Mauritania, Namibia, Libya, Central African Republic and Liberia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Namibia, Central African Republic and Mauritania, together comprising 62% of total production. Liberia, Gabon and Swaziland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 38%.
In value terms, South Africa remains the largest ceramic electrical insulator supplier in Africa, comprising 84% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Namibia, with a 3.2% share of total exports. It was followed by Kenya, with a 2.9% share.
In value terms, Egypt, South Africa and Nigeria appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising 52% of total imports. Kenya, Tanzania, Ghana, Sudan, Libya, Ethiopia and Uganda lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 27%.
The export price in Africa stood at $9.3 per unit in 2021, surging by 126% against the previous year.
The import price in Africa stood at $1.9 per unit in 2021, which is down by -16.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ceramic electrical insulator 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 23431030 - Electrical insulators of ceramics (excluding insulating fittings)

Country coverage:

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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