| Product Code: ETC4443829 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 200 | No. of Figures: 90 | No. of Tables: 300 | 
The South Africa monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) market is witnessing expansion driven by the growing demand for wireless communication technologies, radar systems, and satellite communications. MMICs offer compactness, high frequency performance, and integration capabilities, enabling the development of advanced microwave and millimeter-wave systems. With the proliferation of 5G technology and the increasing deployment of microwave-based applications, the demand for MMICs is expected to rise among telecommunications companies and defense contractors in South Africa.
The South African monolithic microwave IC market is driven by the expanding telecommunications sector, increasing demand for high-frequency applications, and advancements in IC design.
Challenges in the South Africa monolithic microwave IC market include high production costs, limited foundry capacity, and the need for advancements in manufacturing processes to achieve higher frequencies and integration levels.
The South African government promotes the development and adoption of monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMICs) in telecommunications and defense sectors. The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) supports local manufacturers through research and development grants and incentives. The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) collaborates with industry stakeholders to promote the use of MMICs in satellite communications and space technology.
| 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 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Overview | 
| 3.1 South Africa Country Macro Economic Indicators | 
| 3.2 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 3.3 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market - Industry Life Cycle | 
| 3.4 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market - Porter's Five Forces | 
| 3.5 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Component, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 3.6 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material Type, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 3.7 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 3.8 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Frequency Band, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 3.9 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 4 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Dynamics | 
| 4.1 Impact Analysis | 
| 4.2 Market Drivers | 
| 4.2.1 Increasing demand for advanced wireless communication technologies in South Africa | 
| 4.2.2 Growing adoption of IoT devices, 5G networks, and radar systems | 
| 4.2.3 Rise in the deployment of monolithic microwave ICs in automotive and aerospace industries | 
| 4.3 Market Restraints | 
| 4.3.1 High initial investment required for the development and production of monolithic microwave ICs | 
| 4.3.2 Technical complexity and design challenges associated with integrating multiple functions into a single chip | 
| 4.3.3 Limited availability of skilled workforce and expertise in monolithic microwave IC design and manufacturing | 
| 5 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Trends | 
| 6 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market, By Types | 
| 6.1 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market, By Component | 
| 6.1.1 Overview and Analysis | 
| 6.1.2 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Component, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.3 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Power Amplifiers, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.4 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Low-noise Amplifiers, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.5 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Attenuators, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.6 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Switches, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.7 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Phase Shifters, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.8 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Mixers, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.9 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Frequency Multipliers, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.10 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Frequency Multipliers, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.2 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market, By Material Type | 
| 6.2.1 Overview and Analysis | 
| 6.2.2 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Gallium Arsenide, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.2.3 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Indium Phosphate, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.2.4 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Indium Gallium Phosphide, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.2.5 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Silicon Germanium, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.2.6 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Gallium Nitride, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.3 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market, By Technology | 
| 6.3.1 Overview and Analysis | 
| 6.3.2 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By HEMT, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.3.3 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By pHEMT, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.3.4 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By HBT, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.3.5 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By MESFET, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.3.6 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By mHEMT, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.3.7 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By E-pHEMT, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.4 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market, By Frequency Band | 
| 6.4.1 Overview and Analysis | 
| 6.4.2 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By W Band, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.4.3 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By V Band, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.4.4 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By L Band, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.4.5 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Ka Band, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.4.6 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By S Band, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.4.7 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By K Band, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.4.8 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Ku Band, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.4.9 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Ku Band, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.5 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market, By Application | 
| 6.5.1 Overview and Analysis | 
| 6.5.2 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer/enterprise Electronics, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.5.3 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Wireless Communication Infrastructure, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.5.4 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.5.5 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Aerospace & Defense, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.5.6 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By CATV and Wired Broadband, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.5.7 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenues & Volume, By Test and Measurement, 2021-2031F | 
| 7 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Import-Export Trade Statistics | 
| 7.1 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Export to Major Countries | 
| 7.2 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Imports from Major Countries | 
| 8 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Key Performance Indicators | 
| 8.1 Average selling price (ASP) of monolithic microwave ICs in South Africa | 
| 8.2 Number of patents filed related to monolithic microwave IC technology in the country | 
| 8.3 Research and development (RD) expenditure by companies investing in monolithic microwave IC innovation | 
| 8.4 Adoption rate of monolithic microwave ICs in emerging applications and industries in South Africa | 
| 8.5 Number of partnerships and collaborations between South African companies and international players in the monolithic microwave IC market | 
| 9 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market - Opportunity Assessment | 
| 9.1 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Opportunity Assessment, By Component, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 9.2 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material Type, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 9.3 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Opportunity Assessment, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 9.4 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Opportunity Assessment, By Frequency Band, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 9.5 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 10 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market - Competitive Landscape | 
| 10.1 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 | 
| 10.2 South Africa Monolithic Microwave IC Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters | 
| 11 Company Profiles | 
| 12 Recommendations | 
| 13 Disclaimer |