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SADC: Optical Fiber Cables Market 2024

Optical Fiber Cables Exports

Exports in SADC

In 2022, overseas shipments of optical fiber cables increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, exports showed a noticeable expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, optical fiber cables exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports posted a noticeable expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

South Africa represented the major exporting country with an export of around X tons, which recorded X% of total exports. Namibia (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, followed by Mauritius (X tons). All these countries together held approx. X% share of total exports. Tanzania (X tons) took a little share of total exports.

Exports from South Africa increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Namibia (X%), Mauritius (X%) and Tanzania (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Namibia emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in SADC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. Namibia (X p.p.), Mauritius (X p.p.) and Tanzania (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while South Africa saw its share reduced by X% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest optical fiber cables supplier in SADC, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Mauritius ($X), with an X% share of total exports. It was followed by Namibia, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa amounted to X%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Mauritius (X% per year) and Namibia (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The export price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the export price increased by X%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mauritius ($X per ton), while Tanzania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Namibia (X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Optical Fiber Cables Imports

Imports in SADC

In 2022, imports of optical fiber cables in SADC rose modestly to X tons, increasing by X% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, imports showed a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, optical fiber cables imports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, imports posted a modest expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Tanzania (X tons) and South Africa (X tons) dominates imports structure, together achieving X% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Angola (X tons), making up a X% share of total imports. The following importers - Mozambique (X tons), Namibia (X tons), Zambia (X tons) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons) - each amounted to a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Zambia (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Africa ($X), Tanzania ($X) and Angola ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together accounting for X% of total imports. Mozambique, Zambia, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Namibia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

Zambia, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among 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 2022, the import price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the import price increased by X%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Angola ($X per ton), while Tanzania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mozambique (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were Tanzania, South Africa and Angola, with a combined 85% share of total consumption. Mozambique, Zambia, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Botswana lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 7.8%.
In value terms, South Africa remains the largest optical fiber cables supplier in SADC, comprising 77% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Mauritius, with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Namibia, with a 10% share.
In value terms, South Africa, Tanzania and Angola were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together accounting for 68% of total imports. Mozambique, Zambia, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Namibia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 15%.
In 2022, the export price in SADC amounted to $8,345 per ton, surging by 24% against the previous year.
The import price in SADC stood at $2,996 per ton in 2022, picking up by 54% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the optical fiber cables market in SADC. 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 27311100 - Optical fibre cables made up of individually sheathed fibres whether or not assembled with electric conductors or fitted with connectors

Country coverage:

  • Angola
  • Botswana
  • Comoros
  • Democratic Republic of the Congo
  • Lesotho
  • Madagascar
  • Malawi
  • Mauritius
  • Mozambique
  • Namibia
  • Seychelles
  • South Africa
  • Swaziland
  • Tanzania
  • Zambia
  • Zimbabwe

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in SADC, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in SADC
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • Angola
    • Botswana
    • Comoros
    • Democratic Republic of the Congo
    • Lesotho
    • Madagascar
    • Malawi
    • Mauritius
    • Mozambique
    • Namibia
    • Seychelles
    • South Africa
    • Swaziland
    • Tanzania
    • Zambia
    • Zimbabwe
  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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