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Africa: Postcard Market 2024

Postcard Market Size in Africa

In 2022, the African postcard market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, consumption recorded a abrupt setback. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Postcard Production in Africa

In value terms, postcard production fell remarkably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by X%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

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Postcard Exports

Exports in Africa

In 2022, exports of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards in Africa declined to X tons, stabilizing at 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded a perceptible setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, postcard exports contracted rapidly to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

South Africa dominates exports structure, finishing at X tons, which was near X% of total exports in 2022. Rwanda (X tons) held a relatively small share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to postcard exports from South Africa stood at X%. At the same time, Rwanda (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Rwanda emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Africa, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. From 2012 to 2022, the share of South Africa and Rwanda increased by X and X percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest postcard supplier in Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Rwanda ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

In South Africa, postcard exports plunged by an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Africa stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Rwanda stood at $X per ton.

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

Postcard Imports

Imports in Africa

Postcard imports reached X tons in 2022, approximately mirroring the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, postcard imports dropped modestly to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Mozambique (X tons), distantly followed by Tanzania (X tons), South Africa (X tons), Cameroon (X tons), Kenya (X tons) and Angola (X tons) were the largest importers of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards, together generating X% of total imports. The following importers - Rwanda (X tons), Ghana (X tons), Ethiopia (X tons), Nigeria (X tons) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons) - together made up X% of total imports.

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

In value terms, the largest postcard importing markets in Africa were South Africa ($X), Tanzania ($X) and Cameroon ($X), together accounting for X% of total imports.

Among the main importing countries, Cameroon, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a perceptible shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices reached the maximum 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 South Africa ($X per ton), while Mozambique ($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%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were Mozambique, Tanzania and Cameroon, together comprising 56% of total consumption. Kenya, Angola, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Ghana, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, South Africa and Zambia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 28%.
South Africa remains the largest postcard producing country in Africa, accounting for 99% of total volume.
In value terms, South Africa remains the largest postcard supplier in Africa, comprising 76% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Rwanda, with a 1.2% share of total exports.
In value terms, South Africa, Tanzania and Cameroon were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, with a combined 52% share of total imports.
In 2022, the export price in Africa amounted to $1,418 per ton, which is down by -17.5% against the previous year.
The import price in Africa stood at $4,148 per ton in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the postcard 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:

  • UNCode 32520-0 - Printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards

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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

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  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

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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. 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. 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. 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

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  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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