Africa - Newspapers, Journals and Periodicals - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Newspaper Market Size in Africa
The African newspaper market declined to $X in 2022, reducing by -1.9% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a noticeable curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 5.8%. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Newspaper Production in Africa
In value terms, newspaper production declined to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a noticeable setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 10%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Newspaper Exports
Exports in Africa
In 2022, shipments abroad of newspapers, journals and periodicals increased by 22% to X units, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Over the period under review, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 95%. The volume of export peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
In value terms, newspaper exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a deep reduction. The level of export peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
South Africa prevails in exports structure, finishing at X units, which was approx. 96% of total exports in 2022. Egypt (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.
South Africa was also the fastest-growing in terms of the newspapers, journals and periodicals exports, with a CAGR of +3.0% from 2012 to 2022. Egypt (-16.9%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of South Africa increased by +17 percentage points.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest newspaper supplier in Africa, comprising 78% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Egypt ($X), with a 13% share of total exports.
In South Africa, newspaper exports decreased by an average annual rate of -6.0% over the period from 2012-2022.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in Africa stood at $X per unit in 2022, growing by 4.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the export price increased by 38%. The level of export peaked at $X per unit in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per unit), while South Africa totaled less than $X per unit.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+32.7%).
Newspaper Imports
Imports in Africa
In 2022, purchases abroad of newspapers, journals and periodicals was finally on the rise to reach X units after nine years of decline. Overall, imports, however, saw a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, newspaper imports expanded remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 13%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
The countries with the highest levels of newspaper imports in 2022 were South Africa (X units), Niger (X units), Tunisia (X units), Democratic Republic of the Congo (X units), Ghana (X units), Morocco (X units), Mozambique (X units), Gambia (X units), Namibia (X units), Ethiopia (X units), Zimbabwe (X units) and Zambia (X units), together recording 64% of total import. Malawi (X units) took a little share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Niger (with a CAGR of +24.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Morocco ($X), Tunisia ($X) and South Africa ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together accounting for 45% of total imports. These countries were followed by Namibia, Mozambique, Ghana, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zimbabwe, Gambia, Ethiopia, Niger, Malawi and Zambia, which together accounted for a further 23%.
In terms of the main importing countries, Gambia, with a CAGR of +12.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, 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, with a decrease of -10.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the import price increased by 16%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure at $X per unit in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Morocco ($X per unit), while Niger (less than $X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Tunisia (+9.1%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the newspaper 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:
- UNCode 32000-1 - Newspapers, journals and periodicals
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
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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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
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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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
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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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