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Africa: Paper Making Machinery Market 2025

Paper Making Machinery Market Size in Africa

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the African paper making machinery market, when its value increased by 7% to $X. The total consumption indicated perceptible growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Paper Making Machinery Production in Africa

In value terms, paper making machinery production expanded slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total production indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production decreased by -15.1% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 24%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Paper Making Machinery Exports

Exports by Country

In 2021, South Africa (X units) represented the largest exporter of machinery for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard, generating 51% of total exports. Swaziland (X units) ranks second in terms of the total exports with an 11% share, followed by Morocco (5.6%), Rwanda (5.6%) and Tunisia (5.6%). The following exporters - Kenya (X units), Senegal (X units), Angola (X units), Egypt (X units) and Tanzania (X units) - together made up 17% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to paper making machinery exports from South Africa stood at -9.3%. At the same time, Morocco (+16.7%), Senegal (+13.0%), Kenya (+13.0%) and Swaziland (+1.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Morocco emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Africa, with a CAGR of +16.7% from 2012-2021. Tanzania, Rwanda and Egypt experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Angola (-4.4%) and Tunisia (-14.5%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Rwanda (+5.6 p.p.), Tunisia (+5.6 p.p.), Swaziland (+5.3 p.p.), Morocco (+4.8 p.p.), Senegal (+3.4 p.p.) and Kenya (+3.4 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while South Africa saw its share reduced by -23% from 2012 to 2021, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest paper making machinery supplier in Africa, comprising 69% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Kenya ($X), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Tunisia, with a 6.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in South Africa was relatively modest. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Kenya (+59.7% per year) and Tunisia (+59.0% per year).

Paper Making Machinery Imports

Imports by Country

In 2021, Nigeria (X units), distantly followed by Algeria (X units), Ghana (X units), Rwanda (X units), Morocco (X units) and South Africa (X units) represented the key importers of machinery for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard, together constituting 71% of total imports. The following importers - Ethiopia (X units), Egypt (X units), Kenya (X units), Tanzania (X units), Zambia (X units), Tunisia (X units) and Benin (X units) - together made up 18% 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 Rwanda (with a CAGR of +71.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Algeria ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported machinery for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard in Africa, comprising 35% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Nigeria ($X), with a 10% share of total imports. It was followed by South Africa, with an 8.3% share.

In Algeria, paper making machinery imports increased at an average annual rate of +6.3% over the period from 2012-2021. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Nigeria (-7.6% per year) and South Africa (-6.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per unit, leveling off at the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a noticeable slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the import price increased by 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices attained the peak figure at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Benin (+12.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Ethiopia constituted the country with the largest volume of paper making machinery consumption, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, paper making machinery consumption in Ethiopia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Nigeria, fourfold. Somalia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.9% share.
Ethiopia remains the largest paper making machinery producing country in Africa, comprising approx. 41% of total volume. Moreover, paper making machinery production in Ethiopia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Somalia, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Madagascar, with a 9.6% share.
In value terms, Morocco emerged as the largest paper making machinery supplier in Africa, comprising 52% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Kenya, with a 21% share of total exports. It was followed by South Africa, with a 14% share.
In value terms, the largest paper making machinery importing markets in Africa were Algeria, Nigeria and Morocco, together comprising 47% of total imports. These countries were followed by Egypt, Angola, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Tunisia, Uganda, Sudan, Senegal and Benin, which together accounted for a further 38%.
In 2021, the export price in Africa amounted to $25,726 per unit, declining by -9.5% against the previous year.
In 2021, the import price in Africa amounted to $26,379 per unit, shrinking by -29.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paper making machinery 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 28951190 - Machinery for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard, n .e.c.

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

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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