In 2023, South Africa imported 16.75 Thousand Metric Tons of freshwater fish. The projected import volumes from 2024 to 2028 show a steady increase. The forecasted volume for 2024 is 17.13 Thousand Metric Tons, 2.26% higher than 2023. The trend continues with a 2.28% increase in 2025, followed by a 2.23% increase in 2026, a 2.07% increase in 2027, and a 2.02% increase in 2028. Over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of freshwater fish import volume in South Africa is 2.17%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable seafood options.
- Regulatory changes affecting import tariffs or quotas.
- Impact of global supply chain disruptions on import volumes.
- Technological advancements in aquaculture and fish farming.