Ethiopia

In 2023, Ethiopia's tobacco industry is primarily dominated by cigarettes, with higher consumption observed in eastern regions such as Somali, Afar, and Jigjiga. However, this area is also marked by a prevalence of illicit cigarettes smuggled across…

In 2023, tissue and hygiene products experienced growth in value sales in Ethiopia due partly to inflation. The market’s expansion was also supported by population growth, rising income levels, and urbanisation. However, the performance of the market…

The worst drought in 40 years pushed local food prices up while Russia’s war in Ukraine has led to further price pressures. To curb inflation, interest rates were raised and the currency depreciated making imports more expensive. Despite this, demand…

Despite facing challenges such as political instability, internal conflicts, and disruptions in the value chain following the Russia invasion of Ukraine, the Ethiopian soft drinks market continued to grow steadily in 2023. Water shortages increased…

The snacks market is set to be hampered by high inflation in 2023, leading to muted growth of non-essential categories, such as boxed assortments. While the market is recovering from the economic shock of COVID-19, with sales maintaining positive…