Between 2014 and 2023, the demand for freshwater fish in Angola showed significant fluctuations. Starting at 32.56 Thousand Metric Tons in 2014, the demand peaked in 2015 with a 25.21% rise before plummeting by 53.74% in 2016. The subsequent years demonstrated varied trends, with modest growth from 2017 to 2018, but a decline resumed, including a notable 19.23% drop in 2020. By 2023, the demand stood at 21.65 Thousand Metric Tons, reflecting a year-on-year decrease of 2.78% and a CAGR of -2.99% over the past five years.
Looking ahead, the forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a continued decline in demand, with a 5-year CAGR of -2.55% and an overall reduction of 12.11%. Key future trends to monitor include economic factors influencing consumer purchasing power, the impact of fisheries' sustainability practices, and potential shifts in consumer preferences towards other protein sources.
