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Africa: Lithium Oxide Market 2024

Lithium Oxide Market Size in Africa

After three years of decline, the African lithium oxide market increased by X% to $X in 2022. The total consumption indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Lithium Oxide Production in Africa

In value terms, lithium oxide production soared to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production enjoyed significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Lithium Oxide Exports

Exports in Africa

In 2022, overseas shipments of lithium oxides were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports saw significant growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lithium oxide exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a significant increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

In 2022, Nigeria (X tons) was the largest exporter of lithium oxides, making up X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Rwanda (X tons), making up a X% share of total exports. Niger (X tons) held a relatively small share of total exports.

Nigeria was also the fastest-growing in terms of the lithium oxides exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. Niger and Rwanda experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. While the share of Nigeria (X p.p.) and Rwanda (X p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In Nigeria, lithium oxide exports increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Rwanda (X% per year) and Niger (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a significant decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($X per ton), while Niger ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

Lithium Oxide Imports

Imports in Africa

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in purchases abroad of lithium oxides, when their volume increased by X% to X tons. Overall, imports continue to indicate a remarkable increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lithium oxide imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded buoyant growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

South Africa was the major importer of lithium oxides in Africa, with the volume of imports accounting for X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2022. Tanzania (X tons) held a X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Sudan (X%). Egypt (X tons) and Ghana (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to lithium oxide imports into South Africa stood at X%. At the same time, Tanzania (X%), Sudan (X%), Ghana (X%) and Egypt (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Tanzania emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Africa, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Tanzania and Sudan increased by X and X percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported lithium oxides in Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Tanzania ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Egypt, with a X% share.

In South Africa, lithium oxide imports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Tanzania (X% per year) and Egypt (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price enjoyed a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while Ghana ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were Zimbabwe, South Africa and Tanzania, with a combined 90% share of total consumption.
The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Nigeria, Zimbabwe and Rwanda, together comprising 98% of total production.
In value terms, South Africa constitutes the largest market for imported lithium oxides in Africa, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Tanzania, with a 7.8% share of total imports. It was followed by Egypt, with a 7.1% share.
The export price in Africa stood at $843 per ton in 2022, shrinking by -65.9% against the previous year.
The import price in Africa stood at $9,306 per ton in 2022, surging by 1.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lithium oxide 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:

    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. 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

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      • 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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