Understand the demographic, socioeconomic and cultural influences...
Understand the demographic, socioeconomic and cultural influences that shape consumer demand and future prospects in Africa, with analyses that offer unique local knowledge and insight in support of comprehensive market statistics.
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) reported a significant slowdown in disposable incomes in the first quarter of 2023. The impact of high inflation and rising interest rates resulted in a household debt-to-income ratio increasing from 61.6% to…
Across meat and seafood, there is a noticeable shift in consumer preferences. Factors such as rising prices, economic constraints, and health awareness have prompted consumers to reconsider their protein sources. In meats, red meat consumption…
Interest in plant-based eating and alternative proteins in the Middle East and Africa had been steadily rising pre-pandemic and was further accelerated by consumers looking at healthier options. The Middle East and Africa has the lowest per capita…
In a time where South Africans are experiencing high inflationary price increases across all fresh food categories, nuts experienced a price drop in late 2022 due to oversupply in the local market. South Africa is the leading supplier of macadamia…
The heightened consumption of nuts in Morocco during 2022 and 2023 was significantly influenced by major sporting events like the World Cup, becoming popular snacks, particularly salted almonds and peanuts, consumed both at home and in various…