Prepared or preserved pork and offal market in South Africa

Earlier Report Observations

The prepared pork and offal market in South Africa fell sharply in 2019 to USD 1.5 million, influenced by the lingering effects of a listeriosis outbreak that had prompted plant closures and tighter safety rules. Global supply chain disruptions and a growing consumer focus on health further reduced demand that year. Market volume began recovering in 2020, supported by ongoing investments in processing technology and advanced packaging that improved product quality and shelf life.

Strong growth resumed from 2021, driven primarily by the rapid expansion of quick-service restaurant chains like KFC and Steers, which significantly increased demand for processed meats. The publication of new regulations in 2022 for the classification, packing, and marking of raw processed meat products enhanced market transparency and consumer trust. These factors, alongside rising prices due to inflation, helped push the market value to USD 8.0 million by 2023.

The industry navigated challenges such as foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks, which affected livestock supply, while adapting to the new regulatory standards. Continued consumer preference for convenient, quality products and further investments in processing facilities supported the market's upward trajectory throughout the period.

Production prepared or preserved pork and offal in South Africa

In kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, South Africa ranked 27th globally in the production of prepared or preserved pork and offal.

Top producers of prepared or preserved pork and offal, 2018-2021

World map of production of prepared or preserved pork and offal, 2018-2021

South Africa's production of prepared or preserved pork and offal grew for the third year in a row. In 2021, the country produced 2,761 tonnes, marking an 8.8% increase from the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production rose by 29.8%, which translates to an average annual growth rate of 9.1%.

Annual dynamics of production in South Africa in kind, 2018-2021, t

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

South Africa's production of prepared or preserved pork and offal increased in value for the second consecutive year. In 2021, the output was valued at 8,926 thousand US dollars, representing a significant 29.5% jump compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, production value grew by 23.2%, averaging 7.2% per year. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 6,817 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline of 5.9% also occurring that year.

Annual dynamics of production in South Africa in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Exports prepared or preserved pork and offal from South Africa

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In 2021, South Africa's exports of prepared or preserved pork and offal reached 3,210 tonnes, a 22.0% increase from 2020. From 2018 to 2021, exports grew by 45.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 13.3%. The largest decline was in 2020 at 5.8%, while the biggest increase was in 2019 at 26.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from South Africa in kind, 2018-2021, t

Between 2018 and 2021, Namibia, Eswatini, and Lesotho were the top buyers of South Africa's prepared or preserved pork and offal in volume terms. Namibia accounted for 46.5% of exports, Eswatini for 18.4%, and Lesotho for 13.8%, together making up 78.6% of total exports.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from South Africa in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

In 2021, South Africa's exports of prepared or preserved pork and offal totaled 10,376 thousand US dollars, a 45.2% rise from 2020. From 2018 to 2021, export value increased by 38.1%, averaging 11.4% per year. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 7,146 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline of 11.3% also in that year.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from South Africa in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Namibia, Eswatini, and Botswana were the key destinations for South Africa's exports of prepared or preserved pork and offal in value terms. Namibia led with 47.7% of exports, followed by Eswatini at 15.4% and Botswana at 15.3%, collectively accounting for 78.4% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from South Africa in value, 2018-2021

Imports prepared or preserved pork and offal to South Africa

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South Africa's imports of prepared or preserved pork and offal rose for the second year in a row. In 2021, imports amounted to 1,783 tonnes, a sharp 57.0% increase from 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, import volume grew by 13.5%, with an average annual rate of 4.3%. The lowest volume was in 2019 at 817 tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 48.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to South Africa in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Germany was the main supplier of prepared or preserved pork and offal to South Africa, accounting for 82.4% of total imports in volume. Other partners had relatively smaller shares.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to South Africa in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

The market showed an unstable trend during this period. South Africa's imports of prepared or preserved pork and offal were valued at approximately 5,179 thousand US dollars in 2021, a sharp 97.9% increase from 2020. The lowest value was in 2020 at 2,618 thousand US dollars, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 at 36.9%. Imports peaked in 2021 and hit their lowest point in 2020, with a two-fold difference between these years.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to South Africa in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Germany, Italy, and Denmark were the principal sources for South Africa's imports of prepared or preserved pork and offal in value terms. Germany accounted for 56.0% of imports, Italy for 18.4%, and Denmark for 6.8%, together making up 81.2% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to South Africa in value, 2018-2021