Africa: Market for Special-Purpose Electric Lamps and Lighting Fittings 2024

Market Size for Special-Purpose Electric Lamps and Lighting Fittings in Africa

After five years of growth, the African market for special-purpose electric lamps and lighting fittings decreased by -0.3% to $X in 2022. The total consumption indicated prominent growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption increased by +75.8% against 2016 indices. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2021, and then contracted modestly in the following year.

Production of Special-Purpose Electric Lamps and Lighting Fittings in Africa

In value terms, production of special-purpose electric lamps and lighting fittings rose remarkably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total production indicated modest growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production increased by +28.9% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 79% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production of hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Special-Purpose Electric Lamps and Lighting Fittings

Exports in Africa

In 2022, the amount of special-purpose electric lamps and lighting fittings exported in Africa reduced to X units, with a decrease of -7% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, exports saw a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 13%. The volume of export peaked at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, exports of special-purpose electric lamps and lighting fittings fell to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a slight curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 40% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

South Africa represented the key exporter of special-purpose electric lamps and lighting fittings in Africa, with the volume of exports reaching X units, which was near 63% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Tunisia (X units), Morocco (X units) and Rwanda (X units), together generating a 28% share of total exports. Kenya (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to special-purpose electric lamp and lighting fitting exports from South Africa stood at -7.5%. At the same time, Rwanda (+52.2%), Kenya (+14.9%) and Morocco (+10.9%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Rwanda emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Africa, with a CAGR of +52.2% from 2012-2022. By contrast, Tunisia (-11.4%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Morocco (+8 p.p.) and Rwanda (+4.8 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2022, the share of South Africa (-4 p.p.) and Tunisia (-8.7 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest special-purpose electric lamp and lighting fitting supplier in Africa, comprising 66% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Tunisia ($X), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Morocco, with an 8.6% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa stood at -2.4%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Tunisia (-5.3% per year) and Morocco (+12.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per unit, with a decrease of -7.8% against the previous year. Export price indicated a buoyant expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, export price for special-purpose electric lamps and lighting fittings increased by +1.4% against 2018 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the export price increased by 26% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per unit in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Kenya ($X per unit), while Rwanda ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kenya (+7.8%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Special-Purpose Electric Lamps and Lighting Fittings

Imports in Africa

In 2022, imports of special-purpose electric lamps and lighting fittings in Africa was estimated at X units, approximately equating 2021 figures. Overall, imports posted a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 29% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, imports of special-purpose electric lamps and lighting fittings reduced to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

Imports by Country

The countries with the highest levels of imports of special-purpose electric lamps and lighting fittings in 2022 were South Africa (X units), Ghana (X units), Algeria (X units), Morocco (X units), Tunisia (X units), Nigeria (X units), Libya (X units), Tanzania (X units), Kenya (X units), Mozambique (X units), Ethiopia (X units) and Senegal (X units), together reaching 73% of total import. Cameroon (X units) took a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Mozambique (with a CAGR of +36.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Morocco ($X), South Africa ($X) and Algeria ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together accounting for 31% of total imports. Ghana, Libya, Kenya, Tanzania, Senegal, Tunisia, Nigeria, Cameroon, Ethiopia and Mozambique lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 41%.

Cameroon, with a CAGR of +25.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of 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

The import price in Africa stood at $X per unit in 2022, falling by -8.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 14% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per unit, and then contracted in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Cameroon (+7.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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