Capsicum and pimenta fruits market in Burkina Faso

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2023, the domestic market for fresh capsicum and pimenta fruits in Burkina Faso saw a gradual expansion, with volume rising from 8 601 t to 8 735 t. This upward trend was initially supported by increasing export prices for pepper, which made international sales more attractive for local producers and helped sustain production levels.

In 2021, despite high food price inflation that impacted vegetable costs, the state-owned SONAGESS played a key role in regulating supply and prices for vulnerable populations, which helped maintain stable market conditions. The following year, the emergence of a value-added processing segment for pepper powder and sauces created additional demand for fresh raw materials, further supporting market volume growth.

By 2023, the broader African pepper market was experiencing robust growth, valued at $1.52 billion, providing a favorable external environment for Burkina Faso as a major regional producer and contributing to the steady rise in domestic consumption.

Production capsicum and pimenta fruits in Burkina Faso

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Top producers of capsicum and pimenta fruits, 2017-2020

World map of production of capsicum and pimenta fruits, 2017-2020

In 2020, Burkina Faso produced 8,609 tons of capsicum and pimenta fruits, showing little to no change from the previous year. The largest increase occurred in 2018, at 0.1%, while the largest decline was recorded in 2019, at 0.0%.

Annual dynamics of production in Burkina Faso in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports capsicum and pimenta fruits from Burkina Faso

Exports in kind, kg

In 2020, Burkina Faso exported 4,000 kg of capsicum and pimenta fruits, remaining almost flat compared to 2019. Between 2018 and 2020, exports increased by 169.7%, which equates to an annualized growth rate of 39.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Burkina Faso in kind, 2017-2020, kg

From 2017 to 2020, Belgium, Canada, and France were the main destinations for Burkina Faso's capsicum and pimenta fruit exports in kind. Belgium and Canada each accounted for 36.5% of exports, while France made up 27.0%, together absorbing 100.0% of total exports.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Burkina Faso in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, $ US

In 2020, Burkina Faso exported $2,625 worth of capsicum and pimenta fruits, showing no significant change from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2020, exports decreased by 59%, translating to an annualized decline of 25.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Burkina Faso in value, 2017-2020, $ US

Throughout 2017 to 2020, France dominated Burkina Faso's capsicum and pimenta fruit exports in value terms, accounting for 70.9% of the total. The remaining volume was distributed among many countries with smaller individual shares.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Burkina Faso in value, 2017-2020

Imports capsicum and pimenta fruits to Burkina Faso

Imports in kind, kg

Burkina Faso's capsicum and pimenta fruit import volumes showed noticeable fluctuations during the period. The minimum volume was recorded in 2018 at 20 kg, which peaked in 2019 at 25,600 kg, representing a 1,280-fold increase. In 2020, imports totaled 65 kg, down by 99.7% compared to 2019. The largest increase occurred in 2019, at 127,900.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Burkina Faso in kind, 2017-2020, kg

From 2017 to 2020, Mali was the primary source for Burkina Faso's capsicum and pimenta fruit imports in kind, accounting for 92.3% of total flows, nearly fully determining the geographical structure.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Burkina Faso in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, $ US

Burkina Faso's capsicum and pimenta fruit import values experienced irregular changes, indicating a volatile market. The minimum value was $9 in 2018, which surged to a peak of $2,651 in 2019, a 295-fold increase. In 2020, imports totaled $199, marking a sharp contraction of 92.5% from the previous year. The largest decline was 97.3% in 2018, while the largest increase was 29,351.2% in 2019.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Burkina Faso in value, 2017-2020, $ US

Throughout 2017 to 2020, Mali dominated the country structure of Burkina Faso's capsicum and pimenta fruit imports in value terms, with an 81.0% share of total flows. Other destinations contributed relatively small amounts.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Burkina Faso in value, 2017-2020