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Africa: Silk Fabric Market 2025

Silk Fabric Market Size in Africa

The African silk fabric market expanded notably to $X in 2021, increasing by 13% against the previous year. The total consumption indicated a strong increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.3% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption decreased by -4.9% against 2019 indices. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Silk Fabric Production in Africa

In value terms, silk fabric production declined to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the production volume increased by 36%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X, and then fell in the following year.

Silk Fabric Exports

Exports in Africa

Silk fabric exports dropped to X square meters in 2021, shrinking by -2.5% on the previous year. Overall, exports showed a pronounced shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 29%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X square meters in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, silk fabric exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the one major exporters of woven fabrics of silk or of silk waste, namely South Africa, represented more than two-thirds of total export.

South Africa was also the fastest-growing in terms of the woven fabrics of silk or of silk waste exports, with a CAGR of -2.9% from 2012 to 2021. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) also remains the largest silk fabric supplier in Africa.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in South Africa stood at +2.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per square meter, picking up by 30% against the previous year. Export price indicated a noticeable expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.8% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, silk fabric export price decreased by -15.8% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 51% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per square meter. From 2020 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for South Africa.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Africa amounted to +6.0% per year.

Silk Fabric Imports

Imports in Africa

After three years of growth, supplies from abroad of woven fabrics of silk or of silk waste decreased by -17% to X square meters in 2021. Overall, imports showed a perceptible shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 746% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X square meters in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, silk fabric imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a noticeable downturn. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Nigeria dominates imports structure, finishing at X square meters, which was near 94% of total imports in 2021. Madagascar (X square meters) took a minor share of total imports.

Imports into Nigeria decreased at an average annual rate of -3.4% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Madagascar (+53.0%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Madagascar emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Africa, with a CAGR of +53.0% from 2012-2021. Madagascar (+2.1 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Madagascar ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported woven fabrics of silk or of silk waste in Africa, comprising 32% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Nigeria ($X), with a 12% share of total imports.

In Madagascar, silk fabric imports expanded at an average annual rate of +46.4% over the period from 2012-2021.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per square meter, surging by 96% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a mild expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 857% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per square meter in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Madagascar ($X per square meter), while Nigeria amounted to $X per square meter.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Madagascar (-4.3%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania and South Africa, together accounting for 62% of total consumption. These countries were followed by Uganda, Angola, Cote d'Ivoire and Cameroon, which together accounted for a further 27%.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania and South Africa, with a combined 63% share of total production. These countries were followed by Uganda, Angola, Cote d'Ivoire and Cameroon, which together accounted for a further 27%.
In value terms, South Africa remains the largest silk fabric supplier in Africa, comprising 86% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Morocco, with a 3% share of total exports. It was followed by Nigeria, with a 1.8% share.
In value terms, the largest silk fabric importing markets in Africa were Tunisia, Madagascar and Morocco, with a combined 79% share of total imports.
The export price in Africa stood at $120 per square meter in 2021, rising by 2% against the previous year.
The import price in Africa stood at $86 per square meter in 2021, shrinking by -2.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silk fabric 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 13201100 - Woven fabrics of silk or silk waste

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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