| Product Code: ETC179109 | Publication Date: Jan 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The Kenya Malt Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. The growth rate begins at 15.06% in 2025, climbs to a high of 15.71% in 2026, and moderates to 2.81% by 2029.

The Malt market in Kenya is projected to grow at a high growth rate of 14.34% by 2027, highlighting the country's increasing focus on advanced technologies within the Africa region, where Egypt holds the dominant position, followed closely by South Africa, Ethiopia, Algeria and Nigeria, shaping overall regional demand.

The Malt Market in Kenya serves the brewing and food industries. Malt, a key ingredient in beer production, also finds uses in food processing. Market growth is driven by the expanding beverage industry and the increasing popularity of malt-based products.
The malt market in Kenya is influenced by the brewing and distilling industries, where malted barley and other grains are used as key ingredients for producing beer, whiskey, and other alcoholic beverages, as well as in food manufacturing for flavor and texture enhancement.
The Malt Market in Kenya faces challenges related to the availability and cost of raw materials, as well as the complexities of the malting process. There is significant competition from alternative ingredients used in brewing and food production, which affects market demand. Regulatory compliance with food safety and quality standards adds to the complexity of market operations. The market requires substantial investment in technology and infrastructure to enhance production efficiency and meet quality standards. Additionally, there is a need for continuous innovation and research to develop new malt products and applications.
The Kenya malt market faces challenges related to supply chain disruptions and quality consistency. Market players encounter difficulties in sourcing barley malt and maintaining consistent quality standards due to variations in crop yields and processing techniques. Additionally, addressing pricing pressures and competition from alternative brewing adjuncts poses hurdles for market expansion.
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 Kenya Malt Market Overview |
3.1 Kenya Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2028F |
3.3 Kenya Malt Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Kenya Malt Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2028F |
3.6 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2028F |
4 Kenya Malt Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing consumer awareness about health benefits of malt-based products |
4.2.2 Growth in disposable income leading to higher spending on premium malt beverages |
4.2.3 Rising popularity of craft malt beverages among young consumers in Kenya |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High competition from other non-alcoholic beverages like juices and soft drinks |
4.3.2 Fluctuating prices of raw materials impacting production costs |
5 Kenya Malt Market Trends |
6 Kenya Malt Market, By Types |
6.1 Kenya Malt Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.3 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume, By Malt, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.4 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume, By Malt Extract, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.5 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume, By Malt Extract Powder, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.6 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume, By Malt Flour, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.7 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume, By Barley malt, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.8 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume, By Wheat malt, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2 Kenya Malt Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume, By Beer Industry , 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.3 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume, By Whisky Distilleries, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.4 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume, By Food industry , 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.5 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume, By Beverages , 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.6 Kenya Malt Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical industry, 2018 - 2028F |
7 Kenya Malt Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Kenya Malt Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Kenya Malt Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Kenya Malt Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new malt-based products launched in the market |
8.2 Growth in online and offline distribution channels for malt beverages |
8.3 Percentage increase in consumer engagement on social media platforms for malt brands |
9 Kenya Malt Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Kenya Malt Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2028F |
9.2 Kenya Malt Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2028F |
10 Kenya Malt Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Kenya Malt Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2021 |
10.2 Kenya Malt Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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