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The South African polyethylene (PE) market is segmented by analyzing the supply and demand side dynamics. From a supply standpoint, the local PE manufacturing industry is consolidated with only two companies. Suppliers in the country largely export linear low-density polyethylene (L/LDPE) and a smaller percentage of high-density polyethylene (HDPE)...

This study presents some of the predictions that Frost & Sullivan believes will shape, grow, and have high relevance within the African chemicals industry for 2017 to 2019, specifically within sub-Saharan Africa. Key African trends are discussed, including digitisation and convergence, smart agriculture, LNG beneficiation, Internet of Things (IoT),...

The phytochemicals market for personal care in sub-Saharan Africa was worth $300 million in 2016 and will see a relatively fast growth (CAGR of 5.5%) over the next five years. This study is designed to provide a road-map for translating strategy into specific, meaningful tactics; which are based on insights that have been collected through on-the-g...

23 Mar 2017  |  Africa  |  Market Research

Decorative Paints and Coatings Market for Kenya and Tanzania, Forecast to 2020

Construction Boom and Changing Policies are Driving Market Growth

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The Kenyan and Tanzanian decorative paints and coatings market was worth a combined value of $138.7 million in 2015 and is expected to show promising growth (CAGR of 6%–7%) over the next 5 years. This is due to the significant growth in population and the middle class, government policies that support the development of infrastructure, growing ur...

19 Jan 2017  |  Africa  |  Market Research

The Mining Explosives Market in South Africa for Coal, Iron Ore, Gold and PGMs, Forecast to 2020

Cost Containment Drives Product Innovation

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The South African mining explosives market for coal, iron ore, PGMs, and gold was worth $530.7 million in 2015 and its growth will be limited (CAGR of 1.2%) over the next five years. This is due to the global oversupply of metals and minerals and low commodity prices that are hindering the growth of explosives in the local mining sector. Mining of ...

11 Nov 2016  |  Africa  |  Market Research

Industrial Water and Wastewater Treatment Chemicals Market Analysis in South Africa, Forecast to 2020

Environmental Concerns to Shape Long-Term Market Growth

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The South African industrial water and wastewater treatment chemicals market is experiencing a shift as mechanical separation and biological treatment methods begin to take the place of conventional methods. This will be compounded by an increase in environmental awareness and more stringent enforcement of water regulations and treatment standards....

21 Oct 2016  |  Africa  |  Market Research

Analysis of the Cement Additives Market in Nigeria and South Africa

Suppliers with Local Production are Better Placed to Serve the Needs of an Evolving Cement Industry

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The largest cement industries are now in the developing world due to new investments and capacity expansion as well as the high demand for cement. Mature markets such as Europe and the United States are at a repair and maintain stage which requires very little cement. This study looks at the current demand and forecasts future demand for grinding a...

27 Jul 2016  |  Africa  |  Market Research

Strategic Analysis of the Crop Protection Chemicals Market in South Africa and Kenya

A Critical Time for Farmers

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This research service provides an overview of the crop protection chemicals market in South Africa and Kenya from 2012 to 2019. It provides an analysis of four segments, namely herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and other chemicals (biopesticides, adjuvants, and plant growth regulators). This report also covers market drivers, restraints, and ke...

23 May 2016  |  Africa  |  Market Research

Analysis of the Automotive Lubricants Market—Nigeria and South Africa

Decreasing GDP Growth Rate Strains Automotive Lubricant Sales

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This research service examines the automotive lubricant markets in South Africa and Nigeria. Following the assumptions of slow economic growth rates, slow GDP growth rates, and oil price volatility, the forecast predicts a decline in the revenue and volume demand growth rates for automotive lubricants in the short term. Driving overall market growt...