South Africa Decorated Apparel Market Size & Outlook

The decorated apparel market in South Africa is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 946.2 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 8.8% is expected of South Africa decorated apparel market from 2024 to 2030.
Revenue, 2023 (US$M)
$524.0
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$946.2
CAGR, 2024 - 2030
8.8%
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South Africa

South Africa decorated apparel market highlights

  • The South Africa decorated apparel market generated a revenue of USD 524.0 million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 946.2 million by 2030.
  • The South Africa market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.8% from 2024 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, embroidery was the largest revenue generating product in 2023.
  • Screen Printing is the most lucrative product segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Decorated apparel market data book summary

Market revenue in 2023USD 524.0 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 946.2 million
Growth rate8.8% (CAGR from 2023 to 2030)
Largest segmentEmbroidery
Fastest growing segmentScreen Printing
Historical data2018 - 2022
Base year2023
Forecast period2024 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationEmbroidery, Screen Printing, Dye Sublimation, Digital Printing
Key market players worldwideGildan Activewear Inc, Berkshire Hathaway Inc Class A, Hanesbrands Inc, Delta Apparel Inc, Downtown Custom Printwear, Advance Printwear, Lynka


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, South Africa accounted for 1.8% of the global decorated apparel 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 decorated apparel 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 946.2 million by 2030.

Embroidery was the largest segment with a revenue share of 38.8% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the South Africa decorated apparel market based on embroidery, screen printing, dye sublimation, digital printing covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


Improving quality of life and global exposure to latest fashionable wear are expected to drive the demand for decorated apparel in South Africa. Traditionally, consumers in the country have been inclined toward apparel that reflects their culture, as opposed to big-name designer brands. However, in the recent past, ready-to-wear garments with customized printing have been gaining traction among customers, which is expected to drive the market in the country.

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South Africa decorated apparel market size, by product, 2018-2030 (US$M)

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