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Africa: Market for Cycles with Auxiliary Motors and Side Cars 2025

Market Size for Cycles with Auxiliary Motors and Side Cars in Africa

After seven years of growth, the African market for cycles with auxiliary motors and side cars decreased by -8.9% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption, however, enjoyed significant growth. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

Production of Cycles with Auxiliary Motors and Side Cars in Africa

In value terms, production of cycles with auxiliary motors and side cars dropped to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 181% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

Exports of Cycles with Auxiliary Motors and Side Cars

Exports in Africa

In 2021, exports of cycles with auxiliary motors and side cars in Africa fell remarkably to X units, which is down by -40.3% against the year before. In general, exports, however, saw perceptible growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 192%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X units, and then reduced dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, exports of cycles with auxiliary motors and side cars expanded slightly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a noticeable reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 61% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports of reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

South Africa was the key exporter of cycles with auxiliary motors and side cars in Africa, with the volume of exports accounting for X units, which was approx. 37% of total exports in 2021. Tunisia (X units) held the second position in the ranking, followed by Morocco (X units) and Mauritius (X units). All these countries together held near 55% share of total exports. The following exporters - Uganda (X units) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (X units) - each accounted for a 3.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Mauritius (with a CAGR of +126.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest cycle with auxiliary motor and side car supplier in Africa, comprising 67% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Tunisia ($X), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Morocco, with an 8.6% share.

In South Africa, exports of cycles with auxiliary motors and side cars decreased by an average annual rate of -1.9% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Tunisia (+96.9% per year) and Morocco (+71.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per unit, rising by 75% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. The level of export peaked at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per unit), while Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Democratic Republic of the Congo (+6.3%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Imports of Cycles with Auxiliary Motors and Side Cars

Imports in Africa

In 2021, supplies from abroad of cycles with auxiliary motors and side cars decreased by -2% to X units, falling for the third year in a row after three years of growth. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 410%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X units. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports of remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, imports of cycles with auxiliary motors and side cars surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 36% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of reached the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2021, South Africa (X units) and Nigeria (X units) represented the main importers of cycles with auxiliary motors and side cars in Africa, together reaching near 53% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Senegal (X units), Egypt (X units) and Morocco (X units), together achieving a 26% share of total imports. Sudan (X units), Algeria (X units) and Mauritius (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Nigeria (with a CAGR of +62.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Nigeria ($X), South Africa ($X) and Egypt ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 64% share of total imports.

Among the main importing countries, Nigeria, with a CAGR of +56.8%, saw 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 2021, rising by 23% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 278% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mauritius (+9.2%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption of cycles with auxiliary motors and side cars in 2020 were South Africa, Kenya and Democratic Republic of the Congo, together accounting for 46% of total consumption. Cameroon, Burkina Faso, Mozambique, Malawi, Senegal, Sudan, Chad, Burundi, Guinea and Sierra Leone lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 44%.
The countries with the highest volumes of production of cycles with auxiliary motors and side cars in 2020 were Kenya, South Africa and Democratic Republic of the Congo, together accounting for 53% of total production. These countries were followed by Cameroon, Mozambique, Burkina Faso, Malawi, Chad, Senegal, Burundi, Guinea and Sierra Leone, which together accounted for a further 43%.
In value terms, South Africa remains the largest cycle with auxiliary motor and side car supplier in Africa, comprising 69% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Morocco, with a 13% share of total exports. It was followed by Mauritius, with a 5.6% share.
In value terms, South Africa, Benin and Senegal were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, with a combined 42% share of total imports.
The export price for cycles with auxiliary motors and side cars in Africa stood at $351 per unit in 2020, surging by 2.9% against the previous year.
In 2020, the import price for cycles with auxiliary motors and side cars in Africa amounted to $196 per unit, reducing by -11.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for cycle with auxiliary motor and side car 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 30911300 - Side cars for motorcycles, cycles with auxiliary motors other than reciprocating internal combustion piston engine

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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