Cameroon

Consumers are increasingly embracing self-medication, especially for minor illnesses, and this contributed to modest growth in 2023, as well as continuing population growth. Analgesics have achieved a substantial penetration rate in Cameroon,…

In 2023, beer in Cameroon faced significant challenges due to a substantial increase in costs. Malt prices surged by over 50%, corn grits by 35%, good-tasting alcohol by 18%, and energy costs by 16% compared to 2022. Brewers also faced hurdles as the…

Despite a heightened awareness of hygiene in Cameroonian households, compounded by the pandemic, there exists a notable limitation in consumer familiarity with contemporary toilet care cleaning solutions. This is partly attributed to the prevalent…

Demand for wound care is muted, compared with most other consumer health products in 2023. Consumers typically buy these products on a need basis, with only higher-income consumers keeping basic wound care items at home for potential emergencies. As…

Skin diseases across all age groups continues to drive growth for dermatologicals. Skin diseases are common in rural areas due to poor hygiene and in urban areas due to overcrowded neighbourhoods, with many having no access to proper sanitary…

Beer remains the most dominant product area in alcoholic drinks in Cameroon, deeply embedded in the social and cultural fabric of the country, driven by high consumption rates during social gatherings and public festivities. The beer market, however,…

Surface care in Cameroon in 2023 was being driven by the popularity of multi-purpose cleaners, which command widespread consumer preference due to their cost-effectiveness, versatility, and abundant availability. The presence of local brands and…

Home care was experiencing a stabilisation effect in Cameroon in 2023, following a substantial escalation in unit prices in 2022, primarily attributed to inflationary pressures and supply chain challenges, notably affecting categories such as bar…

With the fear of the pandemic subsiding and the escalating cost of living seeing consumers prioritising essentials, the demand for vitamins has witnessed a deceleration in growth. While still favoured by higher-income consumers, the majority of…

Volume sales continue to be low for RTD tea, with very low awareness among consumers, as well as limited distribution. In 2023, volume sales are expected to fall, as there is little promotion to increase volume sales, as players concentrate on more…

While prices of soft drinks such as carbonates and bottled water have remained relatively steady, the overall prices of juices have been on an upward trend in the last two years and this has dampened volume growth to an extent. 100% juices are mainly…

Personal wipes in Cameroon continues to be dominated by baby wipes in 2023 as the shift to disposable baby diapers has spurred demand for baby wipes. The increased presence of several economically priced brands, including Softcare, Familia, Cutties,…

Bar detergents and handwash detergents maintained their popularity in laundry care in Cameroon in 2023, due to the traditional prevalence of such formats in the country. Despite bar detergents being a mature category, the household bar soap format…

Despite a significant increase in awareness of personal health and hygiene, spurred notably by the pandemic, the tissue and hygiene market in Cameroon in 2023 has not experienced significant volume growth. In the retail tissue market, a recent report…

Paediatric consumer health registered moderate current value growth in 2023, partly supported by continuing population growth. Essential consumer health products such as cough, cold and allergy remedies, as well as analgesics, were the most popular…

Herbal/traditional product registered a marginal fall in current value sales in 2023. While the older generation have always favoured herbal/traditional products, among the younger generation, there exists a level of scepticism regarding their…

Whilst price increases for the main diapers/nappies brands in Cameroon, Softcare, Moby Bébé, Baby Sita and Joylinks, slowed in 2023, ongoing inflation and declining disposable incomes have driven a shift to single nappies, which are available in…

Ice cream is one of the most popular snack foods in Cameroon, not only because of its indulgence appeal but also due to the hot climate. However, informal sales of cheaper unpackaged varieties by roadside vendors still account for a large share of…

The competitive environment in the oral care category in Cameroon is led by Colgate-Palmolive and Tropik Industries SA, the exclusive distributor of the Signal toothpaste and toothbrush in Cameroon. Colgate-Palmolive has intensified the competition…

The depilatories category is slowly evolving though it remains fairly niche. Just like the category for men, razors continue to be the primary form of hair removal for most women in Cameroon. They are widely available, affordable and easy to use.…