Key Market Indicators
In 2018, Burundi saw a significant drop in the import of prescription glasses, with total imports valued at approximately $260. This marked a dramatic decrease of 71.5% compared to the previous year, when imports stood at nearly $910. Despite this sharp decline, the long-term trend paints a different picture. Since 1999, the demand for prescription glasses in Burundi has surged, with an average annual growth rate of 38.4%. The recent drop in imports raises questions about the factors influencing the market, even as historical data indicate a robust upward trajectory in the country's need for vision correction.
