Cheese production in Africa experienced some fluctuations from 2013 to 2023, standing at 1.1688 million metric tons in 2023, showing recent steady growth. Year-on-year variations indicate fluctuating growth, with notable declines such as -4.02% in 2020. However, the past five years show a stable average annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1%. Forecast data from 2024 to 2028 predict a moderate growth pace with a five-year CAGR of 0.75%, expecting cheese production to reach 1.2255 million metric tons by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include innovations in cheese production technology, changing consumer preferences towards artisanal and specialty cheeses, and potential investment increases in the African dairy sector, which could influence production scalability and efficiency.
