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Africa: Semiconductor Device Market 2024

Semiconductor Device Market Size in Africa

The African semiconductor device market dropped rapidly to $X in 2022, declining by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a perceptible slump. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Semiconductor Device Production in Africa

In value terms, semiconductor device production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a pronounced descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Semiconductor Device Exports

Exports in Africa

Semiconductor device exports reached X units in 2022, rising by X% on 2021 figures. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X units. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, semiconductor device exports contracted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a dramatic shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2022, Morocco (X units) and Burkina Faso (X units) were the main exporters of semiconductor devices in Africa, together generating X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Namibia (X units) and Ghana (X units), together achieving a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Ghana (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Morocco ($X) remains the largest semiconductor device supplier in Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Burkina Faso ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Ghana, with a X% share.

In Morocco, semiconductor device 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: Burkina Faso (X% per year) and Ghana (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per unit, declining by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price faced a abrupt slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Morocco ($X per unit), while Namibia ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

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

Semiconductor Device Imports

Imports in Africa

In 2022, approx. X units of semiconductor devices were imported in Africa; rising by X% compared with the previous year. In general, imports saw strong growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, semiconductor device imports stood at $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, faced a abrupt setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Central African Republic (X units) represented the main importer of semiconductor devices, constituting X% of total imports. Mauritania (X units) took a X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Nigeria (X%), Angola (X%) and Mozambique (X%).

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

In value terms, Central African Republic ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported semiconductor devices in Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Nigeria ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Angola, with an X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Central African Republic totaled X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Nigeria (X% per year) and Angola (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Africa stood at less than $X per unit in 2022, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a significant contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2017 to 2022, the import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mozambique (less than $X per unit), while Mauritania (less than $X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were Kenya, Central African Republic and Sudan, together accounting for 28% of total consumption.
The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Kenya, Sudan and Somalia, with a combined 34% share of total production. Morocco, Madagascar, Ghana, Mali, Cote d'Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Zambia, Chad and Guinea lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 53%.
In value terms, Morocco remains the largest semiconductor device supplier in Africa, comprising 74% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Burkina Faso, with a 3.9% share of total exports. It was followed by Ghana, with a 1.6% share.
In value terms, Central African Republic constitutes the largest market for imported semiconductor devices in Africa, comprising 33% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Nigeria, with a 10% share of total imports. It was followed by Angola, with an 8.7% share.
In 2022, the export price in Africa amounted to $1.2 per unit, shrinking by -12.5% against the previous year.
The import price in Africa stood at less than $0.1 per unit in 2022, shrinking by -56.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the semiconductor device 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:

  • Prodcom 26112260 - Semiconductor devices (excluding photosensitive semiconductor devices, photovoltaic cells, thyristors, diacs and triacs, transistors, diodes, and light-emitting diodes)

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:

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  • 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

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  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. 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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