Africa - Wheelchairs - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Wheelchair Market Size in Africa
In 2023, the African wheelchair market decreased by X% to $X for the first time since 2020, thus ending a two-year rising trend. The total consumption indicated a mild increase from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, consumption decreased by X% against 2019 indices. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2023, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.
Wheelchair Production in Africa
In value terms, wheelchair production contracted slightly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total production indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, production increased by X% against 2021 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2023, production failed to regain momentum.
Wheelchair Exports
Exports in Africa
In 2023, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of wheelchairs, when their volume decreased by X% to X units. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X units. From 2017 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, wheelchair exports fell to $X in 2023. Total exports indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, exports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2023, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
South Africa prevails in exports structure, amounting to X units, which was approx. X% of total exports in 2023. It was distantly followed by Kenya (X units), generating a X% share of total exports. Democratic Republic of the Congo (X units) held a little share of total exports.
Exports from South Africa increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023. At the same time, Democratic Republic of the Congo (X%) and Kenya (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Democratic Republic of the Congo emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Africa, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. South Africa (X p.p.) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest wheelchair supplier in Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Kenya ($X), with a X% share of total exports.
In South Africa, wheelchair exports increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Kenya (X% per year) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The export price in Africa stood at $X per unit in 2023, surging by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2016 to 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per unit), while South Africa ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kenya (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Wheelchair Imports
Imports in Africa
In 2023, supplies from abroad of wheelchairs decreased by X% to X units for the first time since 2020, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, imports, however, posted a moderate expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X%. The volume of import peaked at X units in 2022, and then shrank significantly in the following year.
In value terms, wheelchair imports shrank significantly to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a noticeable decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2023, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
Egypt dominates imports structure, reaching X units, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2023. South Africa (X units) held the second position in the ranking, followed by Tanzania (X units), Algeria (X units) and Ghana (X units). All these countries together held near X% share of total imports. The following importers - Nigeria (X units), Morocco (X units), Kenya (X units), Mozambique (X units) and Libya (X units) - together made up X% of total imports.
Imports into Egypt increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023. At the same time, Tanzania (X%), Ghana (X%), Mozambique (X%), Kenya (X%), Morocco (X%), South Africa (X%) and Algeria (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Tanzania emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Africa, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. By contrast, Libya (X%) and Nigeria (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Egypt (X p.p.), Tanzania (X p.p.) and Ghana (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Algeria, Libya and Nigeria saw its share reduced by X%, X% and X% from 2012 to 2023, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the largest wheelchair importing markets in Africa were South Africa ($X), Egypt ($X) and Nigeria ($X), with a combined X% share of total imports. Algeria, Morocco, Libya, Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania and Mozambique lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Tanzania, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
In 2023, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per unit, growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the import price increased by X%. The level of import peaked at $X per unit in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Libya ($X per unit), while Egypt ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Libya (X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wheelchair 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 30922030 - Invalid carriages not mechanically propelled
- Prodcom 30922090 - Invalid carriages motorised or mechanically propelled
Country coverage:
- Algeria
- Angola
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Congo
- Cote d'Ivoire
- 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
- South Sudan
- Sudan
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Western Sahara
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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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- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- 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
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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