West Africa Alcoholic Beverages Market Report by Product Type (Beer, Spirits, Wine, and Others), Packaging Type (Glass Bottles, Tins, Plastic Bottles, and Others), Distribution Channel (Open Markets, Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Hotels/Restaurants/Bars, Specialty Stores, and Others), and Region 2024-2032
Market Report I 2024-03-02 I 136 Pages I IMARC Group
The West Africa alcoholic beverages market size reached US$ 13.2 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 21.8 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7% during 2024-2032. The rising consumption of alcoholic beverages among the masses, the rising popularity of socializing among individuals, and the introduction of mixed and flavored alcoholic beverages represent some of the key factors driving the market.
The Rising Middle-Class Population is Augmenting the Market Growth
Africa, the second-largest continent in the world, is emerging as one of the fastest-growing economies globally. The region's economy has been on an upward trajectory, with several West African countries exhibiting impressive annual GDP growth rates. This growth rate is much higher than that of many other developing countries worldwide. As a result, the middle-class population in the region is growing, with consumers having more disposable income levels. Thus, increasing purchasing power causes a shift in spending patterns, with media and other influencing factors playing a significant role in shaping consumer behavior. As consumers in the region continue to enjoy higher levels of disposable income, their preferences have shifted towards non-essential and recreational products. This trend is benefiting the overall alcoholic beverages industry and can be attributed to the rising demand for leisure and recreational activities among the middle-class population in West Africa.
Competitive analysis such as market structure, market share by key players, player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided. The market structure is concentrated with only three major players operating in the market due to a moderate growth rate. The volume of new entrants is moderate in the West Africa alcoholic beverages industry due to high brand development and marketing cost.
What are Alcoholic Beverages?
Alcoholic beverages are a type of drink that contains ethyl alcohol, also known as ethanol, as the main active ingredient. They are manufactured through a process called fermentation, in which yeast or bacteria convert sugars into alcohol and carbon dioxide. The level of alcohol in the drink may vary depending on the type of beverage and the fermentation process used. Additionally, they are consumed globally for a variety of reasons, including socializing, celebration, relaxation, and as a way to enhance the flavor of food. One of the most consumed alcoholic beverages includes beer and wine, which is a type of fermented drink prepared from barley, wheat, or rye. It generally has a lower alcohol content compared to other alcoholic beverages and comes in a wide range of flavors and styles. Another type of alcoholic beverage is wine, which is produced from fermented grapes and can have a variety of flavors and alcohol levels, depending on the type of grape and fermentation process used. On the other hand vodka, whiskey, gin, and rum, are distilled alcoholic beverages that have a much higher alcohol content.
COVID-19 Impact:
The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the alcoholic beverages industry in West Africa. With the implementation of lockdowns and social distancing measures across the region, there has been a temporary closure of bars, nightclubs, and other social venues, leading to a sharp decline in the consumption of alcoholic beverages. This decline in demand led to a significant reduction in sales for many companies operating in the alcoholic beverages industry. The COVID-19 pandemic also affected the production and distribution of alcoholic beverages in West Africa due to the closure of borders and restrictions on the movement of goods, which makes it difficult for companies to access raw materials and transport their products to their intended destinations. As a result, many companies had to scale back their production or temporarily shut down their operations.
West Africa Alcoholic Beverages Market Trends:
The increasing consumption of alcoholic beverages among the masses majorly drives the market in West Africa. This can be supported by the growing demand for certain types of alcoholic beverages, such as craft beer, premium wine, and high-end spirits, due to the changing consumer preferences for unique and high-quality products. In addition, the rising popularity of socializing and attending mid-week and weekend parties among young adults and working professionals is positively influencing the market. With the shifting trend towards urbanization is resulting in the introduction of premium beverages that are associated with sophistication, is providing a boost to the sales of alcoholic beverages across the region. In addition, the growing preference for experimenting with a range of flavored alcohols and mixed beverages is also driving the market. Furthermore, continual technological advancements, such as the emergence of automation, data analytics, and e-commerce, are creating a positive market outlook for leading companies to determine the market trend and enhance production and distribution efficiency, are significantly supporting the demand. Some of the other factors driving the market include rapid urbanization and inflating disposable income levels of the masses.
Key Market Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the West Africa alcoholic beverages market report, along with forecasts at the regional and country levels from 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on product type, packaging type and distribution channel.
Product Type Insights:
Beer
Spirits
Wine
Others
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the West Africa alcoholic beverages market based on the product type. This includes beer, spirits, wine, and others. According to the report, beer represented the largest segment due to the changing consumer preferences. As consumers become more health conscious, they are opting for low or no-alcohol beer options, which is acting as another growth-inducing factor. Additionally, craft beer is emerging as a significant trend among the masses due to its unique and authentic flavors. Another driver is the increasing demand for premium beer options. As disposable incomes rise, consumers are willing to spend more on high-quality beers. This trend has also led to an increase in the popularity of imported beer options, as consumers prefer exotic tastes from different parts of the world.
Packaging Type Insights:
Glass Bottles
Tins
Plastic Bottles
Others
A detailed breakup and analysis of the West Africa alcoholic beverages market based on the packaging type has also been provided in the report. This includes glass bottles, tins, plastic bottles, and others. According to the report, glass bottles accounted for the largest market share due to the growing trend toward premiumization in the alcoholic beverages industry. Consumers are willing to pay more for high-quality, premium products, and glass bottles help to convey this premium image, which is driving the demand. Moreover, an enhanced focus on sustainability is positively influencing the glass bottles segment.
Distribution Channel Insights:
Open Markets
Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
Hotels/Restaurants/Bars
Specialty Stores
Others
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the West Africa alcoholic beverages market based on the distribution channel. This includes open markets, supermarkets/hypermarkets, hotels/restaurants/bars, specialty stores, and others. According to the report, open markets represented the largest segment due to the easy availably of premium and craft beverages via open markets. Along with this, the emergence of small, independent producers who offer unique and innovative products that cater to the demand for craft beverages. Moreover, the growth of e-commerce and online sales platforms, have made it easier for consumers to access and purchase alcoholic beverages, propelling the market.
Regional Insights:
Nigeria
Ghana
Cote de Ivorie
Cameroon
Senegal
Others
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Nigeria, Ghana, Cote de Ivorie, Cameroon, Senegal, and Others.
Competitive Landscape:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the West Africa alcoholic beverages market. Some of the companies covered in the report include:
Diageo Plc
Heineken International B.V.
Anheuser-Busch InBev
Castel Group
Kasapreko Company Ltd
Tambour Original
Please note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.
Key Questions Answered in This Report
1. What was the size of the West Africa alcoholic beverages market in 2023?
2. What is the expected growth rate of the West Africa alcoholic beverages market during 2024-2032?
3. What are the key factors driving the West Africa alcoholic beverages market?
4. What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the West Africa alcoholic beverages market?
5. What is the breakup of the West Africa alcoholic beverages market based on the product type?
6. What is the breakup of the West Africa alcoholic beverages market based on the packaging type?
7. What is the breakup of the West Africa alcoholic beverages market based on the distribution channel?
8. What are the key regions in the West Africa alcoholic beverages market?
9. Who are the key players/companies in the West Africa alcoholic beverages market?
1 Preface
2 Scope and Methodology
2.1 Objectives of the Study
2.2 Stakeholders
2.3 Data Sources
2.3.1 Primary Sources
2.3.2 Secondary Sources
2.4 Market Estimation
2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
2.5 Forecasting Methodology
3 Executive Summary
4 Introduction
4.1 Overview
4.2 Key Industry Trends
5 West Africa Alcoholic Beverages Market
5.1 Market Overview
5.2 Market Performance
5.2.1 Volume Trends
5.2.2 Value Trends
5.3 Impact of COVID-19
5.4 Price Analysis
5.4.1 Key Price Indicators
5.4.2 Price Structure
5.4.3 Price Trends
5.5 Market Breakup by Product Type
5.6 Market Breakup by Packaging Type
5.7 Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
5.8 Market Breakup by Country
5.9 Market Forecast
5.10 SWOT Analysis
5.10.1 Overview
5.10.2 Strengths
5.10.3 Weaknesses
5.10.4 Opportunities
5.10.5 Threats
5.11 Value Chain Analysis
5.11.1 Overview
5.11.2 Raw Material Procurement
5.11.3 Manufacturing
5.11.4 Marketing
5.11.5 Distribution
5.11.6 Exports
5.11.7 Retailers
5.11.8 End Use
5.12 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
5.12.1 Overview
5.12.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
5.12.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
5.12.4 Degree of Rivalry
5.12.5 Threat of New Entrants
5.12.6 Threat of Substitutes
5.13 Key Market Drivers and Success Factors
6 Market Breakup by Product Type
6.1 Beer
6.1.1 Market Trends
6.1.2 Market Forecast
6.2 Spirits
6.2.1 Market Trends
6.2.2 Market Forecast
6.3 Wine
6.3.1 Market Trends
6.3.2 Market Forecast
6.4 Others
6.4.1 Market Trends
6.4.2 Market Forecast
7 Market Breakup by Packaging Type
7.1 Glass Bottles
7.1.1 Market Trends
7.1.2 Market Forecast
7.2 Tins
7.2.1 Market Trends
7.2.2 Market Forecast
7.3 Plastic Bottles
7.3.1 Market Trends
7.3.2 Market Forecast
7.4 Others
7.4.1 Market Trends
7.4.2 Market Forecast
8 Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
8.1 Open Markets
8.1.1 Market Trends
8.1.2 Market Forecast
8.2 Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
8.2.1 Market Trends
8.2.2 Market Forecast
8.3 Hotels/Restaurants/Bars
8.3.1 Market Trends
8.3.2 Market Forecast
8.4 Specialty Stores
8.4.1 Market Trends
8.4.2 Market Forecast
8.5 Others
8.5.1 Market Trends
8.5.2 Market Forecast
9 Market Breakup by Country
9.1 Nigeria
9.1.1 Market Performance
9.1.2 Market Breakup by Product Type
9.1.3 Market Breakup by Packaging Type
9.1.4 Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
9.1.5 Competitive Landscape
9.1.6 Market Forecast
9.2 Ghana
9.2.1 Market Performance
9.2.2 Market Forecast
9.3 Cote de Ivorie
9.3.1 Market Performance
9.3.2 Market Forecast
9.4 Cameroon
9.4.1 Market Performance
9.4.2 Market Forecast
9.5 Senegal
9.5.1 Market Performance
9.5.2 Market Forecast
9.6 Others
9.6.1 Market Performance
9.6.2 Market Forecast
10 Competitive Landscape
10.1 Market Structure
10.2 Key Players
11 West Africa Alcoholic Beverages Market: Procurement Chain Analysis
11.1 Overview
11.2 Smallholder Farmers
11.3 Local Agents
11.4 Nucleus Farmers
11.5 Grain Company
11.6 Local Consultant
11.7 Financial Institution
11.8 Breweries
12 Key Player Profiles
12.1 Diageo Plc
12.2 Heineken International B.V.
12.3 Anheuser-Busch InBev
12.4 Castel Group
12.5 Kasapreko Company Ltd
12.6 Tambour Original
Figure 1: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Major Drivers and Challenges
Figure 2: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2018-2023
Figure 3: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Sales Value (in Billion US$), 2018-2023
Figure 4: Alcoholic Beverages Production: Manufacturing Cost Breakup (in %)
Figure 5: Alcoholic Beverages: Price Structure Analysis
Figure 6: Nigeria: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Average Price Trend of Beer (in US$/litre), 2024-2032
Figure 7: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Breakup by Product Type (in %), 2023
Figure 8: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Breakup by Packaging Type (in %), 2023
Figure 9: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Breakup by Distribution Channel (in %), 2023
Figure 10: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Breakup by Country (in %), 2023
Figure 11: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 12: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Billion US$), 2024-2032
Figure 13: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Industry: SWOT Analysis
Figure 14: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Industry: Value Chain Analysis
Figure 15: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Industry: Porter's Five Forces Analysis
Figure 16: West Africa: Beer Market (in Million Hectoliters), 2018 & 2023
Figure 17: West Africa: Beer Market Forecast (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 18: West Africa: Spirits Market (in Million Hectoliters), 2018 & 2023
Figure 19: West Africa: Spirits Market Forecast (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 20: West Africa: Wine Market (in Million Hectoliters), 2018 & 2023
Figure 21: West Africa: Wine Market Forecast (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 22: West Africa: Other Alcoholic Beverages Market (in Million Hectoliters), 2018 & 2023
Figure 23: West Africa: Other Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 24: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages (Glass Bottles Packaging) Market: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2018 & 2023
Figure 25: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages (Glass Bottles Packaging) Market Forecast: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 26: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages (Tins Packaging) Market: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2018 & 2023
Figure 27: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages (Tins Packaging) Market Forecast: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 28: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages (Plastic Bottles Packaging) Market: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2018 & 2023
Figure 29: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages (Plastic Bottles Packaging) Market Forecast: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 30: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages (Other Packaging Types) Market: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2018 & 2023
Figure 31: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages (Other Packaging Types) Market Forecast: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 32: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Sales through Open Markets (in Million Hectoliters), 2018 & 2023
Figure 33: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Sales through Open Markets (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 34: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Sales through Supermarkets/Hypermarkets (in Million Hectoliters), 2018 & 2023
Figure 35: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Sales through Supermarkets/Hypermarkets (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 36: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Sales through Hotels/Restaurants/Bars (in Million Hectoliters), 2018 & 2023
Figure 37: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Sales through Hotels/Restaurants/Bars (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 38: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Sales through Specialty Stores (in Million Hectoliters), 2018 & 2023
Figure 39: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Sales through Specialty Stores (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 40: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Sales through Other Distribution Channels (in Million Hectoliters), 2018 & 2023
Figure 41: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Sales through Other Distribution Channels (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 42: Nigeria: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2018-2023
Figure 43: Nigeria: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Breakup by Product Type (in %), 2023
Figure 44: Nigeria: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Breakup by Packaging Type (in %), 2023
Figure 45: Nigeria: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Breakup by Distribution Channel (in %), 2023
Figure 46: Nigeria: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Breakup by Key Players (in %), 2023
Figure 47: Nigeria: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 48: Ghana: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2018-2023
Figure 49: Ghana: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 50: Cote de Ivorie: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2018-2023
Figure 51: Cote de Ivorie: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 52: Cameroon: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2018-2023
Figure 53: Cameroon: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 54: Senegal: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2018-2023
Figure 55: Senegal: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 56: Others: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2018-2023
Figure 57: Others: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Consumption Volume (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Figure 58: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Breakup by Key Players (in %), 2023
Figure 59: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Procurement Chain Analysis
Table 1: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2023 and 2032
Table 2: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Breakup by Product Type (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Table 3: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Breakup by Packaging Type (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Table 4: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Breakup by Distribution Channel (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Table 5: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (in Million Hectoliters), 2024-2032
Table 6: Nigeria: Alcoholic Beverages Industry: Competitive Landscape
Table 7: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Industry: Competitive Landscape
Table 8: West Africa: Alcoholic Beverages Market: Major Key Players
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