The consumption of non-metallic minerals in South Africa grew steadily from 29.78 units in 2013 to 36.7 units in 2023, with an increasing trend over the last decade. In 2023, the consumption stood at 36.7 units. The year-on-year percentage change from 2021 to 2022 was 1.4%, and from 2022 to 2023 it was 1.3%. The average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past five years was approximately 0.95%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Further increased demand driven by infrastructure and construction projects.
Technological advancements in mining and extraction processes.
Sustainability initiatives and environmental regulations impacting resource management.