Africa: Chipped Non-Coniferous Wood Market 2020

Chipped Non-Coniferous Wood Market Size in Africa

The revenue of the chipped non-coniferous wood market in Africa amounted to $X in 2018, standing approx. at the previous year. The total market indicated a remarkable expansion from 2007 to 2018: its value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2018 figures, chipped non-coniferous wood consumption increased by +X% against 2016 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the market value increased by X% y-o-y. In that year, the chipped non-coniferous wood market attained its peak level of $X, leveling off in the following year.

Chipped Non-Coniferous Wood Production in Africa

In value terms, chipped non-coniferous wood production totaled $X in 2018 estimated in export prices. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2018; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2011 with an increase of X% year-to-year. The level of chipped non-coniferous wood production peaked in 2018 and is expected to retain its growth in the immediate term.

Production By Country in Africa

The countries with the highest volumes of chipped non-coniferous wood production in 2018 were South Africa (X tons), Nigeria (X tons) and Ethiopia (X tons), with a combined X% share of total production. These countries were followed by Egypt, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Algeria, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Mozambique, Ghana and Cameroon, which together accounted for a further X 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of chipped non-coniferous wood production, amongst the main producing countries, was attained by Uganda, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Chipped Non-Coniferous Wood Exports

Exports in Africa

In 2018, the amount of non-coniferous wood in chips or particles exported in Africa totaled X tons, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, chipped non-coniferous wood exports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X% y-o-y. The volume of exports peaked at X tons in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2018, exports failed to regain their momentum.

In value terms, chipped non-coniferous wood exports stood at $X in 2018. Over the period under review, chipped non-coniferous wood exports, however, continue to indicate a mild deduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, chipped non-coniferous wood exports attained their peak figure at $X in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2018, exports failed to regain their momentum.

Exports by Country

South Africa dominates chipped non-coniferous wood exports structure, accounting for X tons, which was near X% of total exports in 2018. Mozambique (X tons) held a little share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2018, average annual rates of growth with regard to chipped non-coniferous wood exports from South Africa stood at -X%. At the same time, Mozambique (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Mozambique emerged as the fastest-growing exporter in Africa, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2018. From 2007 to 2018, the share of Mozambique increased by +X% percentage points, while South Africa (-X p.p.) saw their share reduced.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest chipped non-coniferous wood supplier in Africa, comprising X% of total chipped non-coniferous wood exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Mozambique ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa amounted to -X%.

Export Prices by Country

The chipped non-coniferous wood export price in Africa stood at $X per ton in 2018, approximately equating the previous year. Over the last eleven years, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2010 an increase of X% year-to-year. In that year, the export prices for non-coniferous wood in chips or particles attained their peak level of $X per ton. From 2011 to 2018, the growth in terms of the export prices for non-coniferous wood in chips or particles remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Mozambique totaled $X per ton.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa.

Chipped Non-Coniferous Wood Imports

Imports in Africa

In 2018, the imports of non-coniferous wood in chips or particles in Africa amounted to X tons, picking up by X% against the previous year. Overall, chipped non-coniferous wood imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2010 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. In that year, chipped non-coniferous wood imports reached their peak of X tons. From 2011 to 2018, the growth of chipped non-coniferous wood imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, chipped non-coniferous wood imports totaled $X in 2018. Overall, chipped non-coniferous wood imports, however, continue to indicate a moderate increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. In that year, chipped non-coniferous wood imports reached their peak of $X. From 2011 to 2018, the growth of chipped non-coniferous wood imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2018, South Africa (X tons) was the largest importer of non-coniferous wood in chips or particles, constituting X% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Botswana (X tons) and Mali (X tons), together making up a X% share of total imports. Namibia (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2007 to 2018, average annual rates of growth with regard to chipped non-coniferous wood imports into South Africa stood at +X%. At the same time, Botswana (+X%) and Mali (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Botswana emerged as the fastest-growing importer in Africa, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2018. By contrast, Namibia (-X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of South Africa (+X p.p.), Botswana (+X p.p.) and Mali (+X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2007-2018, the share of Namibia (-X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported non-coniferous wood in chips or particles in Africa, comprising X% of total chipped non-coniferous wood imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Botswana ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Namibia, with a X% share.

In South Africa, chipped non-coniferous wood imports increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007-2018. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Botswana (+X% per year) and Namibia (-X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2018, the chipped non-coniferous wood import price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -X% against the previous year. In general, the chipped non-coniferous wood import price, however, continues to indicate a temperate expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 when the import price increased by X% year-to-year. The level of import price peaked at $X per ton in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2018, import prices failed to regain their momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was Namibia ($X per ton), while Mali ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Namibia, while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform