
Africa - Hand-Woven Tapestries of the Type Gobelins, Flanders, Aubusson, and Beauvais - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Hand-Woven Tapestry Market Size in Africa
The African hand-woven tapestry market shrank slightly to $X in 2021, with a decrease of -1.5% against the previous year. Overall, consumption saw a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 6.1%. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Hand-Woven Tapestry Production in Africa
In value terms, hand-woven tapestry production expanded markedly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, faced a abrupt descent. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Hand-Woven Tapestry Exports
Exports in Africa
In 2021, shipments abroad of hand-woven tapestries of the type gobelins, flanders, aubusson, and beauvais was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2015, thus ending a five-year declining trend. In general, exports continue to indicate buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 490% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, hand-woven tapestry exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 452%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
In 2021, South Africa (X tons) was the largest exporter of hand-woven tapestries of the type gobelins, flanders, aubusson, and beauvais, committing 50% of total exports. Tunisia (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, followed by Morocco (X tons). All these countries together took near 36% share of total exports. Ghana (X kg), Rwanda (X kg) and Niger (X kg) held a little share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to hand-woven tapestry exports from South Africa stood at +9.8%. At the same time, Tunisia (+49.5%), Morocco (+36.2%) and Ghana (+20.6%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Tunisia emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Africa, with a CAGR of +49.5% from 2012-2021. Niger experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Rwanda (-11.6%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Tunisia (+17 p.p.), Morocco (+15 p.p.), Rwanda (+2.5 p.p.), Niger (+1.9 p.p.) and Ghana (+1.6 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2021, the share of South Africa (-9.3 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) emerged as the largest hand-woven tapestry supplier in Africa, comprising 63% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Morocco ($X), with a 29% share of total exports. It was followed by Tunisia, with a 5.6% share.
In South Africa, hand-woven tapestry exports increased at an average annual rate of +13.5% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Morocco (+80.4% per year) and Tunisia (+46.1% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The export price in Africa stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 119% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a pronounced expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 686% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Morocco ($X per ton), while Rwanda ($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 (+32.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Hand-Woven Tapestry Imports
Imports in Africa
In 2021, overseas purchases of hand-woven tapestries of the type gobelins, flanders, aubusson, and beauvais decreased by -31.5% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. In general, imports, however, showed a perceptible increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 81% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, hand-woven tapestry imports dropped dramatically to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a noticeable shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 548% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
In 2021, Sudan (X tons), distantly followed by Senegal (X tons), Morocco (X tons) and Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) were the key importers of hand-woven tapestries of the type gobelins, flanders, aubusson, and beauvais, together mixing up 78% of total imports. Uganda (X tons), South Africa (X tons), Angola (X tons) and Ethiopia (X tons) took a relatively small share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Senegal (with a CAGR of +52.6%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Sudan ($X), Morocco ($X) and Senegal ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 54% share of total imports.
Senegal, with a CAGR of +46.9%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among 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
In 2021, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -30.1% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the import price increased by 257% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the import prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Cote d'Ivoire ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sudan (+3.8%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hand-woven tapestry 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 13921620 - Hand-woven tapestries of the type Gobelins, Flanders, A ubusson, Beauvais, and needle-worked tapestries (including petit point, cross-stitch) whether or not made up
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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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- 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
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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