Confectionery - Tanzania | Statista Market Forecast

Revenue in the Confectionery market amounts to US$1.41bn in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 5.28% (CAGR 2024-2029).
In global comparison, most revenue is generated China (US$84bn in 2024).
In relation to total population figures, per person revenues of US$20.31 are generated in 2024.
In the Confectionery market, volume is expected to amount to 298.80m kg by 2029. The Confectionery market is expected to show a volume growth of 0.6% in 2025.0.
The average volume per person in the Confectionery market is expected to amount to 4.1kg in 2024.

Definition:

The Confectionery market covers food items with a relatively high sugar. Confectionery has a variety of flavorings, colorings, and other components that give them their distinct taste, texture, and appearance. This market is divided into four submarkets: chocolate confectionery, ice cream, preserved pastry goods and cakes and sugar confectionery.

Additional Information:

The market comprises revenue and average revenue per capita, volume and average volume per capita, price per unit (unit refers to kilogram), sales channels. The market encompasses retail sales through both online and offline sales channels to private end customers (B2C). The market only covers at-home consumption; out-of-home consumption is not included.

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Chocolate products
Sugar confectionery
Ice Cream
Preserved Pastry Goods & Cakes

Nuts
Dried fruit snacks
Chocolate spreads
Desserts
Jams
Out-of-home consumption

The Confectionery & Snacks market in Tanzania has been experiencing minimal growth, influenced by factors such as low disposable income, limited availability of imported goods, and high competition from traditional snacks. Despite this, the market shows potential for growth due to increasing urbanization and changing consumer preferences towards healthier snack options.

Customer preferences: In Tanzania, the Confectionery Market is seeing a rise in demand for healthier and natural options, driven by the growing health consciousness among consumers. This has led to a shift towards products made with natural ingredients and reduced sugar content. Additionally, the increasing popularity of e-commerce and online shopping has opened up new distribution channels for confectionery products, catering to the convenience and safety needs of consumers.

Trends in the market: In Tanzania, the Confectionery Market within The Food market is seeing a shift towards healthier options, such as sugar-free and organic confectionery products. This trend is driven by increasing health consciousness among consumers and government initiatives promoting healthy eating habits. Additionally, there is a growing demand for premium and indulgent confectionery products, especially among the urban population. These trends are expected to continue, presenting opportunities for industry players to diversify their product offerings and tap into new consumer segments. Moreover, the rise of e-commerce and online delivery services is expected to further boost the growth of the Confectionery Market in Tanzania, providing convenient access to a wider range of products for consumers.

Local special circumstances: In Tanzania, the Confectionery market is influenced by the country's diverse landscape and cultural traditions. The coastal regions have a strong influence from Indian and Arab cultures, resulting in a demand for traditional sweets like halwa and gulab jamun. In the northern and western regions, there is a preference for natural and organic products, leading to a growing market for healthy snacks. Additionally, the government's efforts to promote local industries have resulted in regulations favoring domestic manufacturers, creating a unique competitive landscape in the market.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The Confectionery Market of the Confectionery & Snacks Market within The Food market in Tanzania is heavily influenced by macroeconomic factors such as consumer spending power, inflation rates, and government policies. With a growing economy and rising disposable income, the demand for confectionery products is expected to increase. However, high inflation rates and fluctuating currency values may pose challenges for market growth. Additionally, government initiatives to promote domestic production and control imports may impact the availability and pricing of confectionery products in the market. The increasing urbanization and changing consumer preferences towards healthier snack options are also influencing the market trends in Tanzania.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the total consumer spending on food, which comprises all private household spending on food that is meant for at-home consumption (out-of-home consumption is not accounted for).

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a top-down approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use resources from the Statista platform as well as in-house market research, national statistical offices, international institutions, trade associations, companies, the trade press, and the experience of our analysts. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, consumer spending, and consumer price index. 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 relevant market. For example, the exponential trend smoothing is well suited for forecasting the Food market with a projected steady growth. The main drivers are GDP per capita and consumer spending per capita.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year.