Key Market Indicators
South African paper exports are projected to hit 53,200 metric tons by 2026, down 6.5% from its 2021 level of 73,600 metric tons. Since 1966, South African supply has declined 2.1% year-on-year. Meanwhile, imports of paper into South Africa are estimated to reach 231,300 metric tons by 2026, a modest drop of 1.4% from 2021 levels of 224,900 metric tons. Demand has been decreasing by an average of 5.9% each year since 1966.
