The total number of scientific publications in dermatology forecasted for South Africa in 2024 is 19.18, with a steady increase observed each subsequent year up to 2028, which is 21.14 publications. Comparing 2024 to 2023, we saw an actual number of publications at 18.72, indicating a year-on-year growth rate of 2.5%. The year-on-year growth rate from 2024 to 2025 is estimated at 2.6%, continuing a consistent upward trend with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately 2.7% over the next five years.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of increasing funding for dermatological research, advancements in medical technologies, and the potential influence of global collaborations which could drive innovation and result in a higher number of scientific publications.
