South Africa Cyber Security Market Size & Outlook

The cyber security market in South Africa is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 9,035.6 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 13.2% is expected of South Africa cyber security market from 2024 to 2030.
Revenue, 2023 (US$M)
$3,801.1
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$9,035.6
CAGR, 2024 - 2030
13.2%
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South Africa

South Africa cyber security market highlights

  • The South Africa cyber security market generated a revenue of USD 3,801.1 million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 9,035.6 million by 2030.
  • The South Africa market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 13.2% from 2024 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, services was the largest revenue generating component in 2023.
  • Services is the most lucrative component segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Cyber security market data book summary

Market revenue in 2023USD 3,801.1 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 9,035.6 million
Growth rate13.2% (CAGR from 2023 to 2030)
Largest segmentServices
Fastest growing segmentServices
Historical data2018 - 2022
Base year2023
Forecast period2024 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationHardware, Software, Services
Key market players worldwideBAE Systems PLC, Broadcom Inc, Check Point Software Technologies Ltd, Cisco Systems Inc, Fortinet Inc, International Business Machines Corp, Lockheed Martin Corp, LogRhythm, McAfee, Palo Alto Networks Inc, Proofpoint, Sophos, Trend Micro Inc


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, South Africa accounted for 1.7% of the global cyber security market in 2023.
  • Country-wise, U.S. is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • In Middle East & Africa, South Africa cyber security market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • South Africa is the fastest growing regional market in Middle East & Africa and is projected to reach USD 9,035.6 million by 2030.

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South Africa cyber security market outlook

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Services was the largest segment with a revenue share of 50% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the South Africa cyber security market based on hardware, software, services covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


The rapid use of digital technologies in South Africa, along with a significant focus on cloud technologies, are among the key factors expected to drive cloud-based security solutions in the country.

For instance, in October 2020, Vertiv, a provider of critical digital infrastructure solutions, announced a strategic partnership with Cyber Security South Africa, a leading cyber security technology distributor in the country, to cater to the rising need for fast-paced digital transformation and cloud migration demand among various industries. 

The advent of cloud-based solutions and cloud infrastructure has offered several benefits for enterprises, including improvements in profitability, scalability, and accessibility. Cloud computing technology has redefined the way businesses operate. 

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