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SADC: Computing Machinery Market 2024

Computing Machinery Exports

Exports in SADC

In 2021, shipments abroad of computing machinery and parts and accessories thereof was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, faced a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 17%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, computing machinery exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable reduction. The level of export peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

South Africa (X tons) represented roughly 93% of total exports in 2021.

South Africa was also the fastest-growing in terms of the computing machinery and parts and accessories thereof exports, with a CAGR of -12.6% from 2012 to 2021. South Africa (-2.5 p.p.) significantly weakened its position in terms of the total exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) also remains the largest computing machinery supplier in SADC.

In South Africa, computing machinery exports contracted by an average annual rate of -2.4% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, surging by 8.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the export price increased by 43% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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 +11.7% per year.

Computing Machinery Imports

Imports in SADC

Computing machinery imports surged to X tons in 2021, rising by 19% on 2020. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a dramatic decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 52%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, computing machinery imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded a mild setback. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

South Africa dominates imports structure, amounting to X tons, which was approx. 62% of total imports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Tanzania (X tons) and Angola (X tons), together constituting a 15% share of total imports. Zimbabwe (X tons), Zambia (X tons), Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons), Botswana (X tons), Mozambique (X tons), Namibia (X tons), Mauritius (X tons) and Madagascar (X tons) took a relatively small share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to computing machinery imports into South Africa stood at -38.2%. Mauritius (-1.4%), Madagascar (-1.4%), Zambia (-2.0%), Zimbabwe (-2.0%), Democratic Republic of the Congo (-3.2%), Botswana (-3.2%), Tanzania (-3.6%), Mozambique (-4.8%), Angola (-8.1%) and Namibia (-9.7%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Tanzania, Angola, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia, Mauritius and Madagascar increased by +8, +6.6, +3.2, +3.2, +3, +2.4, +2.4, +1.9, +1.8 and +1.6 percentage points, respectively.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported computing machinery and parts and accessories thereof in SADC, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Angola ($X), with a 4.8% share of total imports. It was followed by Mauritius, with a 2.5% share.

In South Africa, computing machinery imports plunged by an average annual rate of -2.1% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Angola (-4.8% per year) and Mauritius (-1.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 13% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 4,812% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (+58.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the computing machinery market in SADC. 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 26201100 - Laptop PCs and palm-top organisers
Prodcom 26201300 - Desk top PCs
Prodcom 26201400 - Digital data processing machines: presented in the form of systems
Prodcom 26201500 - Other digital automatic data processing machines whether or not containing in the same housing one or two of the following units: storage units, input/output units
Prodcom 26201640 - Printers, copying machines and facsimile machines, capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network (excluding printing machinery used for printing by means of plates, cylinders and other components, and
Prodcom 26201650 - Keyboards
Prodcom 26201660 - Other input or output units, whether or not containing storage units in the same housing
Prodcom 26201700 - Monitors and projectors, principally used in an automatic data processing system
Prodcom 26201800 - Machines which perform two or more of the functions of printing, copying or facsimile transmission, capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network
Prodcom 26202100 - Storage units
Prodcom 26203000 - Other units of automatic data processing machines (excluding network communications equipment (e.g. hubs, routers, g ateways) for LANs and WANs and sound, video, network and similar cards for automatic data processing machines)
Prodcom 26204000 - Parts and accessories of the machines of HS
Prodcom 28232600 - Parts and accessories of printers of HS
Prodcom 26122000 - Network communications equipment (e.g. hubs, routers, g ateways) for LANs and WANs and sound, video, network and similar cards for automatic data processing machines
Prodcom 269900Z0 - Other units of automatic data processing machines

Country coverage:

Angola
Botswana
Comoros
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Lesotho
Madagascar
Malawi
Mauritius
Mozambique
Namibia
Seychelles
South Africa
Swaziland
Tanzania
Zambia
Zimbabwe

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in SADC, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in SADC
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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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. 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. 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. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
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. 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. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Angola
- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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
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