Chemicals and Materials

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...

The petroleum value chain in South Africa is quite complex and is made up of many capital-intensive processes that often require costly infrastructure. Strategic management and appropriate infrastructure is vital to ensure an optimal flow throughout the petroleum supply chain. The challenge for petroleum companies is to maintain a balance between t...

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...

The drive for infrastructure development and market self-sufficiency is common to both Nigeria and Kenya, as is the desire to export excess products to neighbouring countries. This study provides an overview of the cement, fertiliser, and plastic packaging markets in Nigeria and Kenya and highlights key growth opportunities in each market. Content...

This study provides an analysis of the top 12 multidisciplinary heavy construction companies with experience in construction, mining, processing plants, and project management within Sub-Saharan Africa. Eight of them are South African JSE-listed construction companies whose shares are not suspended, and who do not focus on residential projects; fou...