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Africa: Microfilm And Microfiche Market 2020

Microfilm And Microfiche Exports

Exports in Africa

In 2017, the amount of microfilm and microfiche exported in Africa amounted to X units, lowering by -X% against the previous year. The microfilm and microfiche exports continue to indicate a remarkable growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013, with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the microfilm and microfiche exports reached its maximum volume of X units in 2016, and then declined slightly in the following year.

In value terms, microfilm and microfiche exports totaled $X in 2017. The microfilm and microfiche exports continue to indicate a drastic drop. The level of exports peaked of $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2017, it failed to regain its momentum.

Exports by Country

In 2017, South Africa (X units) was the largest exporter for microfilm and microfiche, committing X% of total exports. Malawi (X units) ranks second in terms of the global exports with a X% share, followed by Namibia (X%), Botswana (X%), Nigeria (X%) and Uganda (X%). Kenya (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2007 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of exports, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Botswana (+X% per year), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest microfilm and microfiche supplier in Africa, making up X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Namibia ($X), with a X% share of global exports. It was followed by Uganda, with a X% share.

In South Africa, microfilm and microfiche exports decreased by an average annual rate of -X% over the period from 2007-2017. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Namibia (+X% per year) and Uganda (-X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The microfilm and microfiche export price in Africa stood at $X per unit in 2017, lowering by -X% against the previous year. The microfilm and microfiche export price continues to indicate a drastic slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016, when the export prices increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the export prices for microfilm and microfiche reached its peak figure level of $X thousand per unit in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2017, it stood at a somewhat lower level.

There were significant differences in the average export prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2017, the country with the highest export price was South Africa ($X thousand per unit), while Nigeria ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of export prices was attained by Namibia (-X% per year), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Microfilm And Microfiche Imports

Imports in Africa

In 2017, the amount of microfilm and microfiche imported in Africa stood at X units, surging by X% against the previous year. The total imports indicated a prominent growth from 2007 to 2017: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2017 figures, the microfilm and microfiche imports increased by +X% against 2013 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017, when imports increased by X% y-o-y. In that year, the microfilm and microfiche imports attained their peak volume, and are likely to continue its growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, microfilm and microfiche imports stood at $X in 2017. The microfilm and microfiche imports continue to indicate a deep drop. The level of imports peaked of $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2017, it stood at a somewhat lower level.

Imports by Country

South Africa (X units) and Angola (X units) were the key importers of microfilm and microfiche in 2017, accounting for approx. X% and X% of total imports, respectively. Mauritius (X units) held a X% share (based on tons) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Kenya (X%) and Nigeria (X%). The following importers - Egypt (X units) and Zambia (X units) each reached a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by South Africa (+X% per year), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported microfilm and microfiche in Africa, making up X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Mauritius ($X), with a X% share of global imports. It was followed by Nigeria, with a X% share.

In South Africa, microfilm and microfiche imports plunged by an average annual rate of -X% over the period from 2007-2017. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Mauritius (-X% per year) and Nigeria (-X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The microfilm and microfiche import price in Africa stood at $X per unit in 2017, coming down by -X% against the previous year. The microfilm and microfiche import price continues to indicate a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013, when it surged by X% against the previous year. The level of import price peaked of $X per unit in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2017, it stood at a somewhat lower level.

There were significant differences in the average import prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2017, the country with the highest import price was South Africa ($X per unit), while Angola ($X per thousand units) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of import prices was attained by Egypt (+X% per year), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the microfilm and microfiche 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 2025.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 26701800 - Microfilm, microfiche or other microform readers

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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. 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. 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. 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. 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
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. 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. 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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- 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
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
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