Africa - Public-Transport Passenger Motor Vehicles - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Bus Market Size in Africa
In 2023, the African bus market decreased by X% to $X, falling for the fourth year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption showed a noticeable curtailment. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Bus Production in Africa
In value terms, bus production contracted slightly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total production indicated noticeable growth 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 most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the production volume increased by X%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2023, production remained at a lower figure.
Bus Exports
Exports in Africa
In 2023, overseas shipments of public-transport passenger motor vehicles were finally on the rise to reach X units after three years of decline. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a perceptible descent. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X units in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, bus exports surged to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
Egypt was the key exporting country with an export of about X units, which reached X% of total exports. South Africa (X units) took the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Morocco (X units). All these countries together held approx. X% share of total exports. Tanzania (X units), Kenya (X units), Botswana (X units), Namibia (X units) and Uganda (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to bus exports from Egypt stood at X%. At the same time, Morocco (X%) and Tanzania (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Morocco emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Africa, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. By contrast, South Africa (X%), Kenya (X%), Botswana (X%), Uganda (X%) and Namibia (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Egypt (X p.p.), Morocco (X p.p.) and Tanzania (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2023, the share of Botswana (X p.p.), Kenya (X p.p.), Uganda (X p.p.), South Africa (X p.p.) and Namibia (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.
In value terms, Egypt ($X) remains the largest bus supplier in Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by South Africa ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Morocco, with a X% share.
In Egypt, bus exports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: South Africa (X% per year) and Morocco (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The export price in Africa stood at $X per unit in 2023, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2019 to 2023, the export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Morocco ($X per unit), while Namibia ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Morocco (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Bus Imports
Imports in Africa
In 2023, approx. X units of public-transport passenger motor vehicles were imported in Africa; picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by X%. The volume of import peaked at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, bus imports expanded significantly to $X in 2023. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
Nigeria (X units) and Tanzania (X units) represented the main importers of public-transport passenger motor vehicles in 2023, accounting for near X% and X% of total imports, respectively. Ghana (X units) held the next position in the ranking, followed by Angola (X units), Zimbabwe (X units) and Mozambique (X units). All these countries together held near X% share of total imports. Cote d'Ivoire (X units), South Africa (X units), Zambia (X units), Sudan (X units), Senegal (X units), Mali (X units) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (X units) took a little share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Mozambique (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Angola ($X), South Africa ($X) and Nigeria ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2023, with a combined X% share of total imports. Cote d'Ivoire, Tanzania, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Sudan, Zambia, Senegal, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Mali lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
Cote d'Ivoire, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of 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, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per unit), while Mali ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Cote d'Ivoire (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bus 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 29103000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of . .10 persons
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
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- 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
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- 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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- Algeria
- 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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