South Africa Sustainable Footwear Market Size & Outlook

The sustainable footwear market in South Africa is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 80.4 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 3.4% is expected of South Africa sustainable footwear market from 2023 to 2030.
Revenue, 2022 (US$M)
$61.4
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$80.4
CAGR, 2023 - 2030
3.4%
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South Africa

South Africa sustainable footwear market highlights

  • The South Africa sustainable footwear market generated a revenue of USD 61.4 million in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 80.4 million by 2030.
  • The South Africa market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.4% from 2023 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, non-athletic was the largest revenue generating product in 2022.
  • Athletic is the most lucrative product segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Sustainable footwear market data book summary

Market revenue in 2022USD 61.4 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 80.4 million
Growth rate3.4% (CAGR from 2022 to 2030)
Largest segmentNon-athletic
Fastest growing segmentAthletic
Historical data2018 - 2021
Base year2022
Forecast period2023 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationAthletic, Non-athletic
Key market players worldwideAdidas AG, Amour Vert, Tropicfeel, Rothy's, Veja, Nisolo, Matisse Footwear, Native Shoes, Threads 4 Thought, LMI Inc., Reformation


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, South Africa accounted for 1.2% of the global sustainable footwear market in 2022.
  • Country-wise, U.S. is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • In Middle East & Africa, South Africa sustainable footwear 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 80.4 million by 2030.

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South Africa sustainable footwear market outlook

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Non-athletic was the largest segment with a revenue share of 64.01% in 2022. Horizon Databook has segmented the South Africa sustainable footwear market based on athletic, non-athletic covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


South Africa accounted for a revenue share of 21.3% in the Middle East & Africa market in 2019. Improving economic affluences and increasing education opportunities have instilled the concept of sustainability among consumers in the country. A number of fashion and apparel brands, including Earthling & Moon, Hemp Love, Fundudzi by Craig Jacobs, The Joinery, Spiritgirl, Sitting Pretty, and Piece, have already set the tone for sustainable products in the country, with considerable demand through both online and offline channels. 

This trend is expected to seep into the footwear segment in the near future, thereby driving the market for sustainable footwear. The e-commerce industry in South Africa is expected to witness rapid growth in the coming years owing to high internet penetration. This is expected to favor the sales of footwear through these channels. According to data from Internet World Stats, the internet penetration rate in the country was 49.3% in 2019, rising from just under 20% in 2010.

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South Africa sustainable footwear market size, by product, 2018-2030 (US$M)

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