Africa

In South Africa, dry soup is well-liked as it is a strong option in areas with inconsistent access to energy or refrigeration, since it can be stored for long periods of time without refrigeration. Flexible plastic and folding cartons are frequently…

In 2022, Egypt’s urban landscape was rapidly evolving, with Cairo projected to maintain its status as the most populous city in the country by 2027. Suez stands out with strong internet connectivity, attracting digital businesses, while Asyut is…

Thin wall plastic containers are widely favoured for packaging various dairy products, including butter and spreads and yoghurt in South Africa, due to their lightweight and durable nature. These containers offer a convenient solution for both…

Moisture and air exposure can lead to undesirable changes in the texture and taste of confectionery such as sugar confectionery, including gummies and chews, and chocolate confectionery, such as boxed assortments. As a result, flexible plastic…

Flexible plastic and folding cartons remained popular packaging types for dried baby food in South Africa (the second largest category in baby food packaging), as they are considered more lightweight and easy to transport, making them convenient for…

Algeria's per capita disposable income is projected to rise by 8.6%, driven by ongoing economic growth, reduced unemployment, and increased social support. Nevertheless, a significant gender income gap and high inflation present challenges to…

Positive, yet declining, rates of natural change will drive population expansion in Tanzania in 2021-2040. Ageing will accelerate but the country will remain overwhelming young in a global context due to high fertility and birth rates. Urbanisation…

Tanzania's per capita income is projected to grow in real terms until 2027, driven by robust economic growth. Middle Youth will dominate the highest earning population band, influencing luxury spending. Income inequality is extremely high and…

In 2022, construction grappled with rising interest rates and living costs, affecting residential, industrial and commercial sectors. Government commitments to infrastructure drove demand. Despite cost surges, solid demand allowed passing expenses to…

Algiers and Constantine stand out as Algeria's primary economic hubs, with Djelfa showing significant potential for future growth. Tibissah and Sétif are poised for substantial increases in internet penetration. Nonetheless, these cities will face…

For many consumers wound care items are considered non-essential and appear rarely in monthly grocery shopping baskets. Wound care products are rarely bought in high volumes or even on a regular basis. Consumers who purchase wound care products only…

Despite the tough economic conditions in South Africa in 2023, consumers remain dedicated to their health and wellbeing. As such, they are still prioritising activities such as going to the gym, outdoor sports and taking a walk after work, with even…

During the review period, more consumers have prioritised their skin care. Despite the economic difficulties, consumers are still purchasing skin care products as there are various skin care ranges both locally and internationally that have a wide…

Video games continued to see dynamic growth in current value terms in 2022 as consumers continued to seek entertainment options whilst spending time at home. The category also continued to benefit from the dynamic growth of next-generation consoles,…

Traditional toys and games saw strong growth in current value terms in 2022. Sales were driven by an increase in footfall in traditional toys and games stores, the partial recovery of household incomes and the increased desire for entertainment at…

Toys and games continued to see strong growth in current value terms in South Africa in 2022, backed by an uptick in economic activity and the easing of COVID-19 control measures. Both traditional toys and games and video games saw slightly stronger…

For many sports enthusiasts, sports nutrition is a vital part of their daily nutritional routine. Many consumers who use sports nutrition are generally active gym users or even play a sport. Sports nutrition products provide those who are exercising…

In South Africa, many consumers take their mental health very seriously. Mental awareness and assistance for those experiencing mental health problems is easily available in South Africa through various channels. For example, people have access to…

Despite the tough economic landscape in South Africa and the cost of living crisis in the country consumers continue to purchase paediatric consumer health products. During the review period, consumers cut down on discretionary spending and were even…

NRT smoking cessation aids is a small category in South Africa and only relevant to a small consumer group. Since, 2022 NRT gum has been the only product type that has been available locally over the counter. Other products such as NRT patches are…