Africa

Cough, cold and allergy (hay fever) remedies are expected to perform better in 2023 than in the previous year, with positive value and volume growth. As life in Algeria returns to normal, and social contact increases, there is increased coughs, colds…

Total current value sales growth for consumer health in Morocco in 2023 is expected to be up considerably on 2022. While this is partly due to inflationary pressures fuelled by the global recovery from the pandemic and the fallout of Russia’s…

The overall picture is expected to be positive in consumer healthy in 2023, as the economy performs well. The increase in natural gas export prices has helped offset the dip in oil prices. However, inflation remains high and the currency has devalued…

Analgesics in Morocco has continued to develop positively in 2023, with total current value sales set to grow at a faster rate than in 2022 and most categories expected to post improved results in volume terms. Together with population growth and…

While analgesics are expected to register double-digit current value growth, constant value and volume growth is expected to be much more moderate, as inflation continues to be high. Any growth there is Chufa supported by population growth, as well…

The report provides an overview of the global light vehicles industry which includes an assessment of market size, company shares and brand performance. It also identifies the five major trends which are shaping the future of the automotive industry.…

Travel and tourism in South Africa has faced persistent challenges due to rising input costs, particularly related to supplying quality water to clients and dealing with frequent power outages. Water supply and water quality challenges have been…

Travel and tourism in South Africa has been sustained by the domestic market despite major airlines being grounded in 2022 and an increase in aviation fuel prices. Tourist arrivals from Europe and the US have started to regain momentum in 2023, with…

As international tourist arrivals to South Africa experience a resurgence, there has been a significant increase in airlift capacity, reaching levels comparable to pre-pandemic years. Cape Town International Airport, in particular, has reported a…

There continues to be a noticeable preference for shorter lead-time bookings, particularly when it comes to holiday destinations that are closer to the customer’s home and offer lower travel costs. These include journeys that can be easily undertaken…

Unlike in many countries, which only saw the closure of foodservice establishments, the sale of alcohol was banned completely in South Africa to help control the spread of the COVID-19 virus in 2020. This meant that, also unlike most other nations,…

In 2022, airlines in South Africa faced unexpected challenges, leading to devastating consequences for the country's major competitors. Mango, the low cost carrier of South African Airways, had its licence suspended for two years, while Comair, the…

The travel and tourism industry in Egypt has been experiencing a remarkable revival, marked by increased occupancy rates, sustainable tourism initiatives, and the expansion of source markets. Collaborative efforts between the Ministry of Tourism and…

The ongoing Russia invasion of Ukraine has had a global impact, including a direct effect on Egyptian tourism due to a decline in Ukrainian tourist arrivals. Despite this challenge, Egypt's tourism industry has strategically expanded its reach to new…

Egypt's hotel industry has been experiencing dynamic growth, with numerous hotels opening and many more expected to launch in the near future. From IHG Hotels and Resorts' Crown Plaza Hotel in West Cairo's Arkan Sheikh Zayed in February 2022 to…

The recovery and growth of travel intermediaries in the post-pandemic era have presented unique challenges, but through a series of strategic campaigns and initiatives, the industry has managed to make significant strides. These campaigns, coupled…

Egypt's national carrier, Egypt Air, is leading the way in sustainable aviation in Africa by launching its inaugural eco-friendly flight service in 2022. Operating a Boeing 787 from Cairo to Paris, this initiative, known as the Green Flight, is part…

Travel in Morocco continued to recover in 2023, with the volume of trips seeing significant growth over the previous year. One key factor contributing to this trend was the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which increased the visibility of the country as a…

The volume of inbound arrivals (in terms of number of trips) continued to expand in 2023, falling just short of pre-pandemic levels. One key factor contributing to this trend was the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which increased the visibility of the country…

Hotels in Morocco continued to bounce back in 2023, with the number of room nights edging closer to pre-pandemic levels. The sector suffered during the pandemic, due to mobility restrictions, with resulted in some hotels closing on a temporary basis.…