South Africa Prepared Meals Market Size by Categories, Distribution Channel, Market Share and Forecast, 2021-2026
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The prepared meals market in South Africa was valued at ZAR10.3 billion in 2021. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of more than 7% during the forecast period. In 2021, the South African prepared meals market was led by the ready meals category in both value and volume terms. However, the pizza category is forecasted to register the fastest value and volume growth during 2021-2026. Hypermarkets & supermarkets were the leading channels in the distribution of prepared meals products in the country.
The South Africa prepared meals market report on the prepared meals sector in South Africa provides insights on high-growth markets to target, trends in the usage of packaging materials, types and closures category level distribution data, and companies’ market shares.
South Africa prepared meals market overview
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What is the city-level outlook of the South African prepared meals sector?
The top eight cities in the South African prepared meals sector are Johannesburg, Cape Town, Tshwane, Durban, Ekurhuleni, Nelson Mandela Bay, Buffalo City, and Mangaung. Johannesburg emerged as the largest prepared meals market in South Africa in 2021, followed by Cape Town and Durban.
Prepared meals sector in South Africa, by cities
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What are the key categories in the South Africa prepared meals market?
The key categories in the South African prepared meals market are meal kits, pizza, and ready meals. Ready meals led the South African prepared meals sector in 2021 followed by pizza and meal kits.
Meal kits market in South Africa
The meal kits category can be further segmented into ambient meal kits, chilled meal kits, and frozen meal kits. The chilled meal kits segment had the highest market share in the meal kits category in 2021.
Pizza market in South Africa
The pizza category can be further segmented into chilled pizza and frozen pizza. The chilled pizza segment had the highest market share in the pizza category in 2021.
Ready meals market in South Africa
The ready meals category can be further segmented into ambient ready meals, chilled ready meals, dried ready meals, and frozen ready meals. The frozen ready meals segment had the highest market share in the ready meals category in 2021.
Prepared meals market in South Africa, by category
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What are the key distribution channels in the South Africa prepared meals market?
The key distribution channels in the South African prepared meals market are convenience stores, hypermarkets & supermarkets, food & drinks specialists, E-retailers, cash & carries & warehouse clubs, and others. Hypermarkets & supermarkets is the leading distribution channel in the South African prepared meals market followed by food & drinks specialists and convenience stores.
Prepared meals market in South Africa, by distribution channel
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Which are the key companies in the South Africa prepared meals market?
The key companies in the South African prepared meals market are Fry Family foods, Tiger Brands Limited, McCain, Pakco (Pty) Ltd, Dr. August Oetker Kg, Irvin & Johnson Ltd, Private Labels, and Others.
Prepared meals market in South Africa, by companies
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Market report scope
Market size (Year – 2021) | ZAR10.3 billion |
Growth rate (CAGR) | >7% |
Forecast period | 2021-2026 |
Key cities | Johannesburg, Cape Town, Tshwane, Durban, Ekurhuleni, Nelson Mandela Bay, Buffalo City, and Mangaung |
Key categories | Meal Kits, Pizza, and Ready Meals |
Key distribution channels | Convenience Stores, Hypermarkets & Supermarkets, Food & Drinks Specialists, E-retailers, Cash & Carries & Warehouse Clubs, and Others |
Key companies | Fry Family foods, Tiger Brands Limited, McCain, Pakco (Pty) Ltd, Dr. August Oetker Kg, Irvin & Johnson Ltd, and Private Labels |
Scope
- Per capita consumption and per capita expenditure of prepared meals was higher in South Africa than both the global and regional levels in 2021
- South African consumers prefer premium products in the prepared meals sector
- The per capita consumption of milk was higher in South Africa than in other prepared meals categories in 2021
- Brands are growing at a higher CAGR than private labels in the South African prepared meals sector
- In the milk category, products with health & wellness claims grew at a higher CAGR than products without health & wellness claims during 2016-2021
- Milk was the most consumed category across leading cities in South Africa
Reasons to Buy
- Identify high potential categories and explore further market opportunities based on detailed value and volume analysis
- Existing and new players can analyze key distribution channels to identify and evaluate trends and opportunities
- Gain an understanding of the total competitive landscape based on detailed company share analysis to plan effective market positioning
- Our team of analysts has placed a significant emphasis on changes expected in the market that will provide a clear picture of the opportunities that can be tapped over the next five years, resulting in revenue expansion
- The packaging analysis report helps manufacturers, in identifying the most commonly used packaging materials in the sector
- Analysis on key macro-economic indicators such as real GDP, nominal GDP, consumer price index, household consumption expenditure, population (by age group, gender, rural-urban split, and employed people and unemployment rate. It also includes an economic summary of the country along with the labor market and demographic trends.
Tiger Brands Limited
McCain
Pakco (Pty) Ltd
Dr. August Oetker Kg
Irvin & Johnson Ltd
Rhodes Food Group (SA)
Enterprise Foods Ltd.
Mars Incorporated
Thai Union Group Public Company Limited
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Frequently asked questions
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What was the South African prepared meals market size in 2021?
The South African prepared meals market was valued at ZAR10.3 billion in 2021.
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What is the South Africa prepared meals market growth rate?
The South African prepared meals market is projected to grow at a CAGR of more than 7% during the forecast period.
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Which are the key cities in the South Africa prepared meals market?
The top eight cities in the South African prepared meals market are Johannesburg, Cape Town, Tshwane, Durban, Ekurhuleni, Nelson Mandela Bay, Buffalo City, and Mangaung.
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What are the key categories in the South Africa prepared meals market?
The key categories in the South African prepared meals market are meal kits, pizza, and ready meals.
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What are the key distribution channels in the South Africa prepared meals market?
The key distribution channels in the South African prepared meals market are convenience stores, hypermarkets & supermarkets, food & drinks specialists, E-retailers, cash & carries & warehouse clubs, and others.
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Which are the key companies in the South Africa prepared meals market?
The key companies in the South African prepared meals market are Fry Family foods, Tiger Brands Limited, McCain, Pakco (Pty) Ltd, Dr. August Oetker Kg, Irvin & Johnson Ltd, Private Labels, and Others.
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