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Africa: Yautia (Cocoyam) Market 2024

Yautia (Cocoyam) Market Size in Africa

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in the African yautia (cocoyam) market, when its value increased by 44% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a abrupt setback. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Yautia (Cocoyam) Production in Africa

In value terms, yautia (cocoyam) production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 14% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, (cocoyam) production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Cameroon (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of yautia (cocoyam) production, accounting for 68% of total volume. Moreover, yautia (cocoyam) production in Cameroon exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, South Africa (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Congo (X tons), with a 10% share.

In Cameroon, yautia (cocoyam) production expanded at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: South Africa (+1.1% per year) and Congo (+1.7% per year).

Yautia (Cocoyam) Exports

Exports in Africa

In 2022, overseas shipments of yautia decreased by -17.3% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, exports, however, saw prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 193% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2021, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, yautia (cocoyam) exports shrank remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 203% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2021, and then dropped remarkably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Cameroon prevails in exports structure, amounting to X tons, which was approx. 96% of total exports in 2022. Uganda (X tons) took a relatively small share of total exports.

Cameroon was also the fastest-growing in terms of the yautia exports, with a CAGR of +42.2% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Uganda (+37.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Cameroon and Uganda increased by +80 and +3.1 percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Cameroon ($X) remains the largest yautia (cocoyam) supplier in Africa, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Uganda ($X), with a 6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Cameroon totaled +41.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Africa stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 1.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the export price increased by 42% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Uganda ($X per ton), while Cameroon stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Cameroon (-0.3%).

Yautia (Cocoyam) Imports

Imports in Africa

After two years of growth, supplies from abroad of yautia decreased by -42.6% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports recorded a mild decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 374% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of (cocoyam) imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, yautia (cocoyam) imports rose sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a abrupt decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 214% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Sao Tome and Principe (X tons) and Tunisia (X tons) prevails in imports structure, together creating 89% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Botswana (X tons), achieving an 8.1% share of total imports. Namibia (X kg) took a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Tunisia (with a CAGR of +17.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Sao Tome and Principe ($X), Tunisia ($X) and Botswana ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, with a combined 98% share of total imports.

Among the main importing countries, Tunisia, with a CAGR of +6.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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 ton in 2022, growing by 98% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt decrease. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Sao Tome and Principe ($X per ton), while Botswana ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Namibia (-2.3%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Congo remains the largest yautia cocoyam) consuming country in Africa, comprising approx. 52% of total volume. Moreover, yautia cocoyam) consumption in Congo exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Tunisia, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Nigeria, with a 7.6% share.
The countries with the highest volumes of yautia cocoyam) production in 2020 were Cameroon, Congo and Uganda, with a combined 91% share of total production. Nigeria, Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 7.8%.
In value terms, Cameroon emerged as the largest yautia cocoyam) supplier in Africa, comprising 85% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Uganda, with a 10% share of total exports.
In value terms, Tunisia, Sao Tome and Principe and South Africa were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, together accounting for 98% of total imports.
The yautia cocoyam) export price in Africa stood at $1,157 per ton in 2020, which is down by -27.6% against the previous year.
In 2020, the yautia cocoyam) import price in Africa amounted to $1,399 per ton, which is down by -13.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the yautia (cocoyam) 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:

  • FCL 135 - Yautia (Cocoyam)

Country coverage:

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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
    4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    5. 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
    3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD 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. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
    7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
    8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    13. 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. Yield And Growth
    12. Exports And Growth
    13. Export Prices And Growth
    14. Market Size And Growth
    15. Per Capita Consumption
    16. Imports And Growth
    17. Import Prices
    18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    20. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
    21. Yield, 2012–2023
    22. Production, By Country, 2023
    23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    24. Harvested Area, By Country, 2023
    25. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
    26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
    27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    38. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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