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Africa: Silk Yarn Market 2024

Silk Yarn Market Size in Africa

In 2021, the African silk yarn market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2014, thus ending a six-year declining trend. In general, consumption, however, faced a abrupt shrinkage. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Silk Yarn Production in Africa

In value terms, silk yarn production rose markedly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a abrupt contraction. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Silk Yarn Exports

Exports in Africa

For the fourth year in a row, Africa recorded decline in shipments abroad of silk yarn and yarn spun from silk waste, which decreased by -10.1% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 6.6%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, silk yarn exports declined remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 11%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Tunisia was the main exporter of silk yarn and yarn spun from silk waste in Africa, with the volume of exports recording X tons, which was approx. 80% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Egypt (X tons), making up a 16% share of total exports.

Tunisia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the silk yarn and yarn spun from silk waste exports, with a CAGR of -10.0% from 2012 to 2021. Egypt (-22.3%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Tunisia (+25 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Egypt saw its share reduced by -25.9% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.

In value terms, Tunisia ($X) remains the largest silk yarn supplier in Africa, comprising 76% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Egypt ($X), with a 22% share of total exports.

In Tunisia, silk yarn exports plunged by an average annual rate of -11.7% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -12.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 16%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then fell in the following year.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while Tunisia amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+7.2%).

Silk Yarn Imports

Imports in Africa

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in supplies from abroad of silk yarn and yarn spun from silk waste, when their volume increased by 29% to X tons. In general, imports recorded a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 229%. The volume of import peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, silk yarn imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a deep contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 44% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Ghana (X tons) and Lesotho (X tons) represented the major importers of silk yarn and yarn spun from silk waste in Africa, together reaching approx. 52% of total imports. Nigeria (X tons) held the next position in the ranking, followed by Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons), Djibouti (X tons) and Togo (X tons). All these countries together took approx. 33% share of total imports. Tunisia (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Djibouti (with a CAGR of +114.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Ghana ($X), Tunisia ($X) and Nigeria ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together accounting for 37% of total imports. Djibouti, Lesotho, Togo and Democratic Republic of the Congo lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 14%.

In terms of the main importing countries, Djibouti, with a CAGR of +92.1%, 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

In 2021, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 4.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, faced a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the import price increased by 47%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Tunisia ($X per ton), while Lesotho ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ghana (+9.6%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of silk yarn consumption in 2020 were Egypt, Kenya and Uganda, together comprising 46% of total consumption. These countries were followed by Somalia, Niger, Tunisia, Burkina Faso, Chad, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Benin, Rwanda and Guinea, which together accounted for a further 36%.
The countries with the highest volumes of silk yarn production in 2020 were Egypt, Kenya and Uganda, with a combined 47% share of total production. Somalia, Niger, Tunisia, Burkina Faso, Chad, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Benin, Rwanda and Guinea lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 37%.
In value terms, Tunisia remains the largest silk yarn supplier in Africa, comprising 83% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Egypt, with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by Nigeria, with a 1.2% share.
In value terms, Madagascar constitutes the largest market for imported silk yarn and yarn spun from silk waste in Africa, comprising 80% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Africa, with a 6.2% share of total imports. It was followed by Nigeria, with a 4.2% share.
The silk yarn export price in Africa stood at $46,373 per ton in 2020, waning by -28.1% against the previous year.
In 2020, the silk yarn import price in Africa amounted to $54,989 per ton, with an increase of 33% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silk yarn 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:

  • Prodcom 13104010 - Silk yarn, n.p.r.s. (excluding spun from silk waste)
  • Prodcom 13104030 - Yarn spun from silk waste, n.p.r.s.
  • Prodcom 13104050 - Silk yarn and silk waste yarn, p.r.s., silk-worm gut

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 2012–2023
    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 2012–2023
    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 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    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, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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