Advertising - Eastern Africa

  • Eastern Africa
  • Ad spending in the Advertising market in Eastern Africa is expected to reach US$1,480.00m in 2024.
  • The largest market is TV & Video Advertising, with a market volume of US$635.20m in 2024.
  • When compared globally, the United States is projected to lead in ad spending, reaching US$425.90bn in 2024.
  • Within the Advertising market, 45% of the total ad spending is forecasted to come from digital advertising in 2029.
  • The average ad spending per capita in the TV & Video Advertising market is estimated to be US$1.38 in 2024.
  • Additionally, Advertising market of the 77% revenue is anticipated to be generated through programmatic advertising in 2029.
  • In Eastern Africa, digital advertising is rapidly gaining traction, with more businesses leveraging online platforms to reach their target audience effectively.

Key regions: United States, China, Europe, Asia, Japan

 
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Analyst Opinion

The Advertising market in Eastern Africa is experiencing steady growth due to changing customer preferences, emerging trends in the market, and local special circumstances. Customer preferences in Eastern Africa are shifting towards digital and mobile advertising. With the increasing penetration of smartphones and internet connectivity in the region, consumers are spending more time online and engaging with digital content. This has led to a rise in demand for digital advertising platforms and services. Additionally, consumers in Eastern Africa are becoming more tech-savvy and are seeking personalized and interactive advertising experiences. Trends in the market show a significant increase in programmatic advertising. Programmatic advertising allows advertisers to target specific audiences and optimize their campaigns in real-time. This trend is driven by the need for more efficient and effective advertising strategies. Advertisers in Eastern Africa are increasingly adopting programmatic advertising to reach their target audience with precision and maximize their return on investment. Another emerging trend in the Advertising market in Eastern Africa is the growth of influencer marketing. Influencer marketing involves collaborating with popular social media influencers to promote products and services. This trend is driven by the increasing popularity of social media platforms in the region and the influence that social media personalities have on consumer purchasing decisions. Advertisers are leveraging the reach and influence of these influencers to create brand awareness and drive sales. Local special circumstances in Eastern Africa, such as a young and growing population, contribute to the development of the Advertising market. The region has a large youth population that is highly active on social media and other digital platforms. This presents a significant opportunity for advertisers to target and engage with this demographic. Additionally, the increasing urbanization and disposable income in the region are driving consumer spending and creating a favorable environment for advertising. Underlying macroeconomic factors, such as economic growth and political stability, also play a role in the development of the Advertising market in Eastern Africa. As the region experiences economic growth, businesses are investing more in advertising to capture the growing consumer market. Political stability provides a conducive environment for businesses to operate and advertise their products and services. In conclusion, the Advertising market in Eastern Africa is developing due to changing customer preferences towards digital and mobile advertising, emerging trends in programmatic advertising and influencer marketing, local special circumstances such as a young and growing population, and underlying macroeconomic factors such as economic growth and political stability. Advertisers in the region are adapting to these trends and leveraging the opportunities presented to reach their target audience and drive business growth.

Methodology

Data coverage:

Data encompasses enterprises (B2B). Figures are based on advertising spending and exclude agency commissions, rebates, production costs, and taxes. The market covers advertising by businesses for traditional and digital advertisements.

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined by a combined top-down and bottom-up approach, based on a specific rationale for each market market. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use annual financial reports of the market-leading companies and industry associations, third-party reports, and survey results from our primary research (e.g., Consumer Insights Global Survey). Next, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, internet users, consumer spending, and digital consumer spending. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the particular market. For example, the S-curve function is well suited to forecast digital products due to the non-linear growth of technology adoption, whereas exponential trend smoothing (ETS) is more suited for projecting steady growth in traditional advertising markets.

Additional notes:

Data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice per year. In some cases, the data is updated on an ad-hoc basis (e.g., when new relevant data has been released or significant changes within the market have an impact on the projected development).

Overview

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  • Digital Ad Spending
  • Analyst Opinion
  • Reach
  • Global Comparison
  • Methodology
  • Key Market Indicators
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