Market Forecast by Countries (South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria, and Rest of Africa), By Type (Alcoholic Beverages, Non-Alcoholic Beverages, Bottled Water, Carbonated Soft Drinks, Fruit Juice, Milk), By Packaging Type (Cartons, Cans, Bottles, Others), By Distribution Channel (Online, Offline, Supermarkets, Departmental Stores, Specialty Stores) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC13217883 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 150 | No. of Figures: 55 | No. of Tables: 32 | |
According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the Africa Non-Alcoholic Beverages Market was valued at USD 52.1 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 89.4 billion by 2031, indicating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2% during the forecast period (2025-2031).
Report Name | Africa Non-Alcoholic Beverages Market |
Forecast Period | 2025-2031 |
Market Size | USD 89.4 billion by 2031 |
CAGR | 8.2% |
Growing Sector | Functional Beverages |
The Africa non-alcoholic beverages market report thoroughly covers the market by countries, type, packaging type, and distribution channel. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
Africa non-alcoholic beverages market is witnessing steady growth in the region. Factors such as increasing health awareness, rapid urbanisation, and rising disposable income levels are propelling the strong demand. Additionally, cumulative demand for ready-to-drink beverages, bottled water, and fruit-based juices is supporting the Africa non-alcoholic beverages market growth. Furthermore, the shifting of younger consumers towards innovative flavours and low-sugar products further fuels the market expansion. Moreover, intensifying competition by expanding distribution networks and introducing functional beverages further fuels the robust growth of the market across the region.
Africa Non-Alcoholic Beverages Market is projected to grow rapidly, growing at a growth rate of (CAGR) of 8.2% during the forecast period 2025-2031. Several major drivers are driving the steady growth of the Africa non-alcoholic beverages market. Major drivers such as the rising government-backed clean water programs, growing adoption of healthier beverage choices, and increasing demand for packaged drinks in urban and semi-urban areas are supporting the steady growth of the market in the region. Furthermore, large-scale investments by beverage giants in bottling infrastructure across Africa are propelling the strong demand. Moreover, the rising demand for fruit juice, flavored milk, and carbonated soft drinks is shaping the market dynamics.
The Africa non-alcoholic beverages market is facing various critical challenges, even with the steady growth across the region. Issues such as weak cold-chain infrastructure, high distribution costs in rural areas, and fluctuating prices of raw materials like sugar and fruits are posing a major challenge to market growth. Additionally, the prevalence of counterfeit products and inadequate packaging standards is another hurdle which is hampering the market expansion and undermining consumer trust. Moreover, strict import duties on beverage concentrates also create major barriers by impacting the production costs.
Africa non-alcoholic beverages industry has been evolving due to various major trends. The rising popularity of functional and fortified drinks enriched with vitamins, probiotics, and plant extracts is the one major trend supporting the market growth in the region. Additionally, the rising demand for natural and organic juices due to rising health concerns is another key trend further boosting the market expansion. Growth of the e-commerce channels, expanding beverage accessibility, and sustainable packaging made from biodegradable materials is gaining momentum across the region.
Africa non-alcoholic beverages market offers various strong and promising investment opportunities for investors seeking long-term growth. Expanding bottled water production, juice processing facilities, and the expansion of cold-storage logistics offer strong market potential across the region. Additionally, government initiatives promoting food processing under programs like South Africa’s Agro-Processing Support Scheme and Nigeria’s National Industrial Revolution Plan also create ample opportunities. Investors investing in the development of affordable, eco-friendly packaging and digital distribution models are likely to witness stable growth in the market. Moreover, rising consumer preference for premium non-alcoholic beverages also encourages steady growth for small investors.
Key players in the Africa non-alcoholic beverages market include Coca-Cola Beverages Africa, PepsiCo Inc., Nestlé S.A., SABMiller (Soft Beverages Division), and Pioneer Foods. These companies dominate the market through affordable bottled water and juice offerings, contributing significantly to market share. Increasing partnerships between global giants and local bottlers are reshaping the competitive landscape.
The governments around the region have been launching various strict regulations in the Africa non-alcoholic beverages market. These policies have been introduced to regulate beverage safety, quality, and sustainability, supporting the responsible growth of the market. Additionally, South Africa has introduced the Health Promotion Levy on sugary drinks to encourage healthier choices. Nigeria has implemented stricter food labelling requirements to enhance transparency, while Egypt is investing in water safety initiatives to support bottled water standards. Overall, these regulations ensure consumer protection and stimulate innovations in healthier product lines.
Africa non-alcoholic beverages market is expected to experience steady growth in the future. Emerging factors such as the growth of online delivery platforms, evolving consumer preferences and technological advancements will likely propel the strong demand. Additionally, emerging trends such as the adoption of smart vending machines and innovations in functional beverages will be shaping the market dynamics in the coming years. The rising adoption of plant-based milk, flavoured water, and premium juices will further boost the market growth. Overall, ongoing initiatives by governments promoting industrialisation and water infrastructure are anticipated to boost the market growth in the region.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.
According to Mansi Kaushik, Senior Research Associate, 6Wresearch, South Africa dominates the Africa non-alcoholic beverages market due to its advanced retail infrastructure, higher per capita income, and strong distribution networks. Government-backed water safety initiatives and investments in beverage processing are supporting growth.
Bottled water holds the largest Africa non-alcoholic beverages market share, owing to rising concerns over unsafe drinking water and increasing preference for convenient hydration solutions. The demand is further boosted by urban expansion, tourism growth, and government initiatives in water purification.
The market report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market |
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Overview |
3.1 Africa Regional Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Trends |
6 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.1.2 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Alcoholic Beverages, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.3 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Non-Alcoholic Beverages, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.4 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Bottled Water, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.5 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Carbonated Soft Drinks, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.6 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Fruit Juice, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.7 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Milk, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Packaging Type, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.2.2 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Cartons, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.3 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Cans, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.4 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Bottles, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.5 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.3.2 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Online, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3.3 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Offline, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3.4 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Supermarkets, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3.5 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Departmental Stores, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3.6 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Specialty Stores, 2021 - 2031 |
7 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
7.1 Overview & Analysis |
7.2 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.1 South Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.2 Egypt Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.3 Nigeria Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.4 Rest of Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
7.3.1 South Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Packaging Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3.2 Egypt Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Packaging Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3.3 Nigeria Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Packaging Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3.4 Rest of Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Packaging Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.4 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 |
7.4.1 South Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 |
7.4.2 Egypt Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 |
7.4.3 Nigeria Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 |
7.4.4 Rest of Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market, Revenues & Volume, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 |
8 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market - Export/Import By Countries Assessment |
10 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market - Opportunity Assessment |
10.1 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Opportunity Assessment, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
10.2 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
10.3 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Opportunity Assessment, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
10.4 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
11 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market - Competitive Landscape |
11.1 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2022 |
11.2 Africa Non Alcoholic Beverages Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
12 Top 10 Company Profiles |
13 Recommendations |
14 Disclaimer |