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Africa: Market for Fresh Or Chilled Anchovies 2025

Market Size for Fresh Or Chilled Anchovies in Africa

The African fresh or chilled anchovies market skyrocketed to $X in 2021, increasing by 25% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption saw a buoyant increase. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Fresh Or Chilled Anchovies in Africa

In value terms, fresh or chilled anchovies production declined notably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, enjoyed a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 154%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Exports of Fresh Or Chilled Anchovies

Exports in Africa

Fresh or chilled anchovies exports dropped significantly to X tons in 2021, waning by -70.2% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 3,918% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, fresh or chilled anchovies exports dropped remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, saw significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 4,499%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Morocco (X tons) represented roughly 97% of total exports in 2021.

Morocco was also the fastest-growing in terms of the fresh or chilled anchovieses exports, with a CAGR of +63.6% from 2012 to 2021. While the share of Morocco (+96 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Morocco ($X) also remains the largest fresh or chilled anchovies supplier in Africa.

In Morocco, fresh or chilled anchovies exports expanded at an average annual rate of +59.9% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Africa stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 62% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 216% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 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 Morocco.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Morocco amounted to -2.3% per year.

Imports of Fresh Or Chilled Anchovies

Imports in Africa

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of fresh or chilled anchovieses, when their volume increased by 995% to X tons. Overall, imports recorded significant growth. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fresh or chilled anchovies imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 2,237%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the one major importers of fresh or chilled anchovieses, namely Morocco, represented more than two-thirds of total import.

Morocco was also the fastest-growing in terms of the fresh or chilled anchovieses imports, with a CAGR of -15.0% from 2012 to 2021. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Morocco increased by +98 percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Morocco ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported fresh or chilled anchovieses in Africa.

In Morocco, fresh or chilled anchovies imports decreased by an average annual rate of -14.1% over the period from 2012-2021.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Africa stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 4.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a measured expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the import price increased by 115%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Morocco.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Morocco amounted to +1.1% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of fresh or chilled anchovies consumption was Morocco, comprising approx. 95% of total volume. It was followed by Namibia, with a 2.5% share of total consumption.
Morocco remains the largest fresh or chilled anchovies producing country in Africa, comprising approx. 91% of total volume. Moreover, fresh or chilled anchovies production in Morocco exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Namibia, more than tenfold.
In value terms, Morocco remains the largest fresh or chilled anchovies supplier in Africa, comprising 83% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Madagascar, with a 15% share of total exports.
In value terms, Morocco constitutes the largest market for imported fresh or chilled anchovieses in Africa.
The export price in Africa stood at $2,612 per ton in 2021, picking up by 26% against the previous year.
The import price in Africa stood at $1,955 per ton in 2021, picking up by 38% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for fresh or chilled anchovies 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:

    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

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    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
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    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

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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 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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