South Africa Popcorn Market Size & Outlook, 2023-2030

The popcorn market in South Africa is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 98.4 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 6.9% is expected of South Africa popcorn market from 2024 to 2030.
Revenue, 2023 (US$M)
$61.5
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$98.4
CAGR, 2024 - 2030
6.9%
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South Africa

South Africa popcorn market highlights

  • The South Africa popcorn market generated a revenue of USD 313,591.8 million in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 600,867.6 million by 2030.
  • The South Africa market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.5% from 2022 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, rte popcorn was the largest revenue generating type in 2021.
  • Microwave Popcorn is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Popcorn market data book summary

Market revenue in 2021USD 313,591.8 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 600,867.6 million
Growth rate7.5% (CAGR from 2021 to 2030)
Largest segmentRte popcorn
Fastest growing segmentMicrowave Popcorn
Historical data2017 - 2020
Base year2021
Forecast period2022 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationMicrowave Popcorn, RTE Popcorn
Key market players worldwideCampbell Soup Co, PepsiCo Inc, Conagra Brands Inc, Quinn Snacks, The Hershey Company, Eagle Foods, Proper Food, Jolly Time, Intersnack Group


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, South Africa accounted for 6.0% of the global popcorn market in 2021.
  • Country-wise, U.S. is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • In Middle East & Africa, South Africa popcorn 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 600,867.6 million by 2030.

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Rte popcorn was the largest segment with a revenue share of 71.64% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the South Africa popcorn market based on microwave popcorn, rte popcorn covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


The popcorn market in South Africa is thriving, supported by the country’s strong agricultural production and the cultural significance of popcorn as a popular snack. As one of the leading producers of popcorn in Africa, South Africa plays a crucial role in the continent's popcorn supply chain, with production also rising in neighboring countries like Zimbabwe and Tanzania.

Furthermore, according to South Africa's first State of Snacking report, compiled by global snacking company Mondelez International in September 2023, popcorn ranked among the top snack choices for South Africans.

This preference highlights the growing popularity of popcorn as a versatile and culturally significant snack, reflecting broader trends in the South African market towards convenient and indulgent snacking options.

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