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South Africa: Video Game Console Market 2024

Video Game Console Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, shipments abroad of video game consoles increased by 36% to X units, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, exports posted a modest increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 53%. The exports peaked at X units in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, video game console exports contracted to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 54% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Namibia (X units), Botswana (X units) and Angola (X units) were the main destinations of video game console exports from South Africa, with a combined 73% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Angola (with a CAGR of +39.0%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Namibia ($X), Botswana ($X) and Swaziland ($X) were the largest markets for video game console exported from South Africa worldwide, with a combined 78% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Zambia, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Angola, Lesotho and Germany, which together accounted for a further 9.8%.

Among the main countries of destination, Zimbabwe, with a CAGR of +21.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average video game console export price amounted to $X per unit, falling by -32.5% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 42% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Swaziland ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Angola ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Swaziland (+10.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Video Game Console Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, approx. X units of video game consoles were imported into South Africa; approximately mirroring the year before. In general, imports, however, recorded a deep contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 27% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, video game console imports fell to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 29% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X units) was the main supplier of video game console to South Africa, accounting for a 96% share of total imports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates (X units), with a 0.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled -8.9%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of video game consoles to South Africa, comprising 94% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 0.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled -5.0%.

Import Prices by Country

The average video game console import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, dropping by -4.1% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.8%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 54% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per unit), while the price for the United Arab Emirates totaled $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+4.2%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for video game consoles in the world?

The United States remains the largest video game console consuming country worldwide, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, video game console consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, sixfold. China ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.1% share.

What are the largest producers of video game consoles in the world?

China remains the largest video game console producing country worldwide, accounting for 77% of total volume. Moreover, video game console production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, ninefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Vietnam, with a 4.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of video game consoles to South Africa?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of video game consoles to South Africa, comprising 94% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates, with a 0.1% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of video game consoles from South Africa?

In value terms, Namibia, Botswana and Swaziland were the largest markets for video game console exported from South Africa worldwide, with a combined 78% share of total exports. Zambia, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Angola, Lesotho and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 9.8%.

What is the average export price for video game consoles in South Africa?

The average video game console export price stood at $91 per unit in 2022, shrinking by -32.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for video game consoles in South Africa?

In 2022, the average video game console import price amounted to $239 per unit, falling by -4.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the video game console market in South 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 26406050 - Video game consoles (not operated by means of payments)

Country coverage:

South Africa

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in South Africa
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. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. 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
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
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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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 In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023