Africa

Overall tissue and hygiene in Nigeria turned in a weak performance in 2023, with all categories posting a decline in volume terms as well as relatively slow current value growth. The depreciation of the local currency and fall in disposable incomes…

Concerns surrounding rising interest rates, inflationary pressures, loadshedding and supply chain constraints were the focus in 2023, influencing the performance of tissue and hygiene in South Africa. However, overall inflation in the country…

In 2023, tissue and hygiene in Tanzania is experiencing robust growth driven by an expanding urban population, rising numbers of mid-to-high income earners, and increased demand from foreigners. Notably, local companies like DRAFCO Group T Ltd and NN…

While tissue and hygiene in Tunisia registered double-digit percentage current value growth, constant value growth was much more moderate, though still healthy. This was in spite of continuing high inflation and also slower growth in the economy, as…

Tissue and hygiene in Uganda is thriving in 2023 due to increased consumer awareness. Post pandemic, sales are surging with the resumption of businesses and a growing economy. Modernisation and urbanisation are impacting products like retail tissue,…

Overall, tobacco registered positive volume and current value growth in Algeria in 2023.That being said, volume growth was moderate and was mainly due to population growth.

At the end of 2022, Angola's inflation rate surged to 22%, the highest in 18 months, as reported in February 2024. In 2023, the WHO supported the production of the comic book "Lighted Dreams" to promote tobacco-free lifestyles and prevent youth…

Tobacco in Cameroon stood at a crossroads in 2023, navigating a complex landscape shaped by economic, social, and regulatory factors. At its core lies the persistent challenge of cigarette smuggling, a longstanding issue exacerbated by porous borders…

In 2023, tobacco in Côte d’Ivoire continues to demonstrate a positive performance despite economic challenges. Surging inflation has eroded the purchasing power of lower- and middle-income consumers, leading to reduced expenditures on tobacco.…

The market for tobacco in Egypt was shaped by economic uncertainty in 2023, with consumer price inflation rising to a historic high, in the context of multiple devaluations of the local currency, the Egyptian pound. With the central bank placing…

In 2023, Ethiopia's tobacco industry is primarily dominated by cigarettes, with higher consumption observed in eastern regions such as Somali, Afar, and Jigjiga. However, this area is also marked by a prevalence of illicit cigarettes smuggled across…

In 2023, Ghana's tobacco industry demonstrates resilience with marginal demand increases across categories, primarily driven by continuous price hikes of tobacco products. However, this trend negatively impacts volume sales. The industry is…

The tobacco industry in Kenya in 2023 continued to face significant challenges from illicit trade and regulatory uncertainties. This is impacting major players such as Mastermind Tobacco (K) Ltd and British American Tobacco Kenya Ltd, leading to…

Tobacco in 2023 in Morocco was impacted by the country’s economic strife and drought, with local tobacco production declining deeply. The war in Ukraine continued to fuel prices rises in energy and raw materials, and Morocco saw high inflation during…

Tobacco in Nigeria registered decline in retail volume sales across all categories, while current value sales grew moderately due to strong unit price increases. High inflation limited consumer spending power, forcing consumers to reduce consumption…

While retail volume growth of tobacco in South Africa notably slowed in 2023, current value sales continued to soar. The country experienced high inflation during the year, with the price of some household essentials growing by double digits,…

In 2023, Tanzania was recognised as the second-largest producer of tobacco in Africa, according to Minister for Agriculture Hussein Bashe. Despite this high production level, smoking prevalence in the country continues to decline. This downward trend…

In 2023, tobacco in Tunisia faced significant challenges amid notable negative trends at the end of the review period. The prevalence of the illicit trade/parallel trade in tobacco remained very strong, with a remarkable increase in the number of…

In 2023, Uganda's tobacco sector faced significant changes and challenges amid an improving economy. The industry’s growth aligns with a recovery from inflation, enhancing consumer purchasing power. A notable drop in the consumer price index…

In Algeria, toilet care products are perceived as a less essential home care product. In the face of economic uncertainty and limited purchasing power, consumers have shifted away from using toilet care. Sales performance has also been hampered by…

Despite a heightened awareness of hygiene in Cameroonian households, compounded by the pandemic, there exists a notable limitation in consumer familiarity with contemporary toilet care cleaning solutions. This is partly attributed to the prevalent…

Unlike many other home care categories, toilet care only experienced a marginal rise in demand during the first year of the pandemic, as consumers relied on bleach and surface care, both carrying lower average unit prices, for their enhanced hygiene…

Despite the increasing demand for toilet care in Kenya on account of the ongoing urbanisation trend, rim blocks and liquids have yet to gain popularity among local consumers. This underpins the still low demand and low visibility of these types of…

Toilet care in Morocco saw healthy growth in current value terms in 2023, continuing the trend of the previous year. Sales remained dominated by toilet liquids/foams, thanks to their significantly cheaper prices compared to in-cistern devices. In…

Toilet care performed well in 2023, as consumers focused on essential home care products that responded to their hygiene and sanitation needs in order to prevent diseases. Despite the high inflation, toilet care recorded a slight growth in retail…

Retail volume growth of toilet care in South Africa slowed in 2023 compared to the previous year. The country witnessed high-scale inflation, shifting a change in consumer behaviour. This was in addition to increasing costs of transport, fuel and…

Modern grocery retailers, such as supermarkets and hypermarkets, play a pivotal role in the category in Tunisia as the primary sellers of imported toilet care brands. These retailers offer notable international brands like Harpic (Reckitt Benckiser…

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…

In 2023, Kenya's tourism industry is poised to experience a resurgence with the reopening of China to international travel. This presents a promising opportunity for growth, as Chinese visitors have the potential to significantly contribute to the…

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…

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…

In 2023, South Africa continued to experience high inflation, coupled with interest rate hikes, and constant power outages, which resulted in tough economic conditions and the erosion of consumers’ disposable incomes. This resulted in the costs of…

Connected watches were becoming increasingly popular even before the pandemic, although rising from a low base. Even during the worst of the pandemic sales continued to grow in both retail volume and current value terms, and this is set to continue…

Traditional toys and games in South Africa saw continued strong growth in retail current value terms in 2023. Although South Africa was plagued with economic pressures such as high inflation and the continued burden of nationwide power outages,…

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…

In 2023, Kenya's travel landscape is undergoing transformative trends that hold significant promise for its tourism industry. The relaxation of China's travel ban marks a crucial turning point, instilling renewed optimism in Kenya's tourism sector.…

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…

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…

Despite the sharp price increases in cylinder vacuum cleaners, demand remained steady in 2023. Sales volumes witnessed a healthy increase as these are one of the most essential home appliances in Egypt. Indeed, cylinder vacuum cleaners represent more…

In 2023, retail volume sales of vacuum cleaners gained momentum, although totals still remain below 2019 levels. Sales of vacuum cleaners are mostly driven by replacements when a product breaks down. The tough economic conditions mean people are…

Volume-wise, vacuum cleaners faced a significant decline in 2023 due to adverse economic conditions. High inflation triggered by currency devaluation and fuel price hikes constrained consumer purchasing power, compelling individuals to prioritise…

The established remote/hybrid working model since the pandemic has dramatically changed many South Africans’ lifestyles. It comes with challenges such as limited time to perform errands and chores, or manage childcare, whilst also working from home.…

Unfavourable climatic conditions significantly affected tomato, onion, and maize production in 2023, leading to decreased yields and a subsequent drop in supply. This scarcity propelled prices upwards, prompting the government to enforce restrictions…

The impact of inflation has not spared vegetables, with the latter also experiencing further steep price increases in 2023. With affordability being a key priority for South Africans, one of the ways to offset these increases is by choosing to…

Despite signs of economic recovery, vending in Morocco continues to grapple with the lingering effects of the pandemic. As a relatively marginal channel with low retail current value sales, vending faces inherent challenges exacerbated by shifting…

In 2023, vending in South Africa continued to recover from the negative impact of lockdown restrictions, which mainly affected machines located in semi-captive environments, leading to the bankruptcy of many small businesses operating within the…

Video games in South Africa continued to see strong growth in retail current value terms in 2023. Video games hardware saw the strongest increase, with the category continuing to benefit from the dynamic growth of the next-generation consoles…

Vitamins are expected to register positive current value and volume growth in 2023. Though the boon from the pandemic is over, many consumers have now adopted the habit of taking vitamins as a preventative health measure. That being said, sales are…

With the fear of the pandemic subsiding and the escalating cost of living seeing consumers prioritising essentials, the demand for vitamins has witnessed a deceleration in growth. While still favoured by higher-income consumers, the majority of…

Vitamins continue to witness strong performance, continuing the positive trend seen across the entire review period, with a double-digit retail sales growth noted in 2023. The COVID-19 pandemic impacted vitamin sales as consumers became more aware of…