The African lighting market, driven by the rising demand for semiconductor light-emitting diodes (LEDs), is poised for sustained growth over the coming decade. With a strong foundation of expansion, the market is projected to increase steadily, reaching a volume of 681,000 tons by 2035 and a value of $7.9 billion. This reflects a healthy CAGR of 1.9% in volume and 2.9% in value from 2024 to 2035, underscoring the region’s growing appetite for modern lighting solutions.
Key markets such as South Africa, Egypt, and Kenya accounted for a combined 45% of total consumption in 2024, with other vibrant markets like Morocco, Angola, Tunisia, and Ghana contributing significantly. Burkina Faso, in particular, stands out with an impressive CAGR of 61.4% in consumption and 52.6% in market size over the past decade, highlighting robust demand growth in emerging markets.
Africa’s dynamic import sector also reflects this expanding demand. In 2024, the continent imported 459,000 tons of LEDs valued at $2.3 billion, led by South Africa, Egypt, and Morocco. Egypt and several other countries—including Tunisia, Burkina Faso, and Namibia—achieved remarkable double- to triple-digit growth rates in imports over recent years, signaling accelerated adoption of advanced LED technologies.
The export landscape is equally promising. Exports surged by 54% in 2024 to 11,000 tons, with South Africa and Namibia spearheading regional shipments. Burkina Faso demonstrated outstanding export growth, reinforcing Africa’s evolving role in global LED trade.
Overall, Africa’s lighting market reflects a vibrant trajectory of modernization and innovation. The continent’s increasing LED consumption, robust trade flows, and rising production capabilities position it as an emerging leader in the global lighting industry, with immense potential to illuminate both domestic and international markets in the years ahead.
