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Western Africa: Camel Meat Market 2025

Camel Meat Market Size in Western Africa

The West African camel meat market shrank modestly to $X in 2022, waning by -4.6% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a slight downturn. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Camel Meat Production in Western Africa

In value terms, camel meat production declined to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a mild curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 12%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Mauritania (X tons), Niger (X tons) and Mali (X tons), together accounting for 99% of total production.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of production, amongst the main producing countries, was attained by Mali (with a CAGR of +31.5%), while production for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the production figures.

In 2022, the average yield of camel meat in Western Africa amounted to X kg per head, flattening at 2021. Over the period under review, the yield, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the yield increased by 7.6% against the previous year. The level of yield peaked at X kg per head in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In 2022, approx. X heads of animals slaughtered for camel meat production in Western Africa; which is down by -2.3% against the previous year's figure. Overall, the number of producing animals, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 8.7%. As a result, the amount of producing animals attained the peak level of X heads. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of this number failed to regain momentum.

Camel Meat Imports

Imports in Western Africa

In 2019, imports of camel meat in Western Africa reduced remarkably to X kg, with a decrease of -33.3% on the previous year's figure. In general, imports saw a precipitous curtailment. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X kg in 2018, and then shrank notably in the following year.

In value terms, camel meat imports stood at $X in 2019. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +8.7% over the period from 2018 to 2019; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the one major importers of camel meat, namely Ghana, represented more than two-thirds of total import.

Ghana was also the fastest-growing in terms of the camel meat imports, with a CAGR of -33.3% from 2018 to 2019. The shares of the largest importers remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Ghana ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported camel meat in Western Africa.

From 2018 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value in Ghana totaled +8.7%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the import price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 63% against the previous year. Import price indicated a significant expansion from 2018 to 2019: its price increased at an average annual rate of +63.0% over the last one-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Ghana.

From 2018 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Ghana amounted to +63.0% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of camel meat consumption was Mauritania, comprising approx. 69% of total volume. Moreover, camel meat consumption in Mauritania exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Niger, twofold.
Mauritania constituted the country with the largest volume of camel meat production, comprising approx. 69% of total volume. Moreover, camel meat production in Mauritania exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Niger, twofold.
In value terms, Ghana $175) constitutes the largest market for imported camel meat in Western Africa.
In 2019, the camel meat import price in Western Africa amounted to $17,500 per ton, picking up by 63% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the camel meat market in Western 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 1127 - Meat of camels

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Western 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. PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD 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
    • Benin
    • Burkina Faso
    • Cabo Verde
    • Gambia
    • Ghana
    • Guinea
    • Guinea-Bissau
    • Liberia
    • Mali
    • Mauritania
    • Niger
    • Nigeria
    • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
    • Senegal
    • Sierra Leone
    • Togo
    • Cote d'Ivoire

  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. Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    13. 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. 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, 2012–2024
    19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    20. Producing Animals, 2012–2024
    21. Yield, 2012–2024
    22. Production, By Country, 2024
    23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    24. Producing Animals, By Country, 2024
    25. Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
    26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    38. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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