Online Food Delivery

The revenue in the Online Food Delivery market in Mozambique is projected to reach US$59.85m in 2024.
It is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 10.34%, resulting in a projected market volume of US$97.90m by 2029.
The Grocery Delivery market in Mozambique is expected to show a revenue growth of 16.1% in 2025.0.
It has a projected market volume of US$56.59m in 2024.
In global comparison, China is expected to generate the most revenue in the Online Food Delivery market, reaching US$450.50bn in 2024.
The average revenue per user (ARPU) in the Grocery Delivery market in Mozambique is projected to amount to US$29.66 in 2024.
In the Grocery Delivery market in Mozambique, the number of users is expected to reach 3.3m users by 2029.
The user penetration in the Grocery Delivery market will be at 5.5% in 2024.
In Mozambique, the online food delivery market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing urbanization and demand for convenience.

Definition:

Online Food Delivery refers to the intersection of ordering groceries and prepared meals online. Orders are typically placed through an app or website and delivery times vary.

Structure:

The Online Food Delivery market contains the user and revenue development of two different delivery service solutions: (1) Meal Delivery and (2) Grocery Delivery. Included are services that deliver prepared meals and food ordered online for direct consumption (Meal Delivery) and non-prepared food and beverage products, household, and personal care products (Grocery Delivery). Meal delivery includes the delivery of meals carried out directly by restaurants (Restaurant Delivery) and online delivery services that provide customers with meals from partner restaurants that do not necessarily have to offer food delivery themselves (Platform Delivery). Grocery Delivery consists of fresh, nonprepared products delivered from supermarkets or retailers where delivery is scheduled (Retail Delivery), Delivery that is under 3 hours and operates dark stores or own warehouses (Quick Commerce), and prepared fresh ingredients to be prepared at home, typically offered through a subscription service (Meal Kit Delivery).

Additional Information:

Revenue figures are the gross merchandise value (GMV), defined as the total sales dollar value for merchandise/food sold through the Online Food Delivery marketplace. User and revenue figures represent B2C services.

Meals and groceries ordered online that are directly delivered by the restaurant, retailer, or platform no matter if ordered via a platform (e.g. Delivery Hero, Instacart) or a restaurant/retailer website (e.g. Domino's, Walmart.com)
Online meal and grocery order and delivery both carried out by a platform (e.g. Deliveroo, Grab, Flink)

Phone orders
Click & collect Grocery orders
Ready-to-eat meals

Mozambique, a country in Southeast Africa, has been experiencing a significant increase in the demand for online food delivery services.

Customer preferences: The Mozambican population is increasingly adopting the convenience of ordering food online, which has led to the growth of the online food delivery market. Customers prefer online food delivery services because of their convenience, ease of use, and time-saving benefits. Additionally, the younger generation is more tech-savvy and prefers to use online platforms for most of their daily activities, including ordering food.

Trends in the market: The online food delivery market in Mozambique is growing rapidly, with new players entering the market to meet the increasing demand for online food delivery services. The market is becoming more competitive, with companies offering various discounts and promotions to attract customers. The trend of online food delivery services is also expected to grow in Mozambique as more people become familiar with the convenience of ordering food online.

Local special circumstances: Mozambique has a unique cuisine that is influenced by Portuguese, Indian, and African cultures. The local cuisine is diverse, with seafood being a popular ingredient in most dishes. The online food delivery market in Mozambique is catering to this diversity by offering a wide range of cuisines, including traditional Mozambican dishes, Indian, Chinese, and Western cuisine.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The online food delivery market in Mozambique is benefiting from the country's growing middle class, which has more disposable income to spend on convenience services such as online food delivery. Additionally, the growth of the internet and smartphone penetration has made it easier for people to access online food delivery services. The COVID-19 pandemic has also contributed to the growth of the online food delivery market in Mozambique, with more people staying at home and ordering food online. In conclusion, the online food delivery market in Mozambique is experiencing significant growth due to the convenience it offers, the country's unique cuisine, and the underlying macroeconomic factors. The market is becoming more competitive, with new players entering the market to meet the increasing demand for online food delivery services. As more people become familiar with the convenience of ordering food online, the trend of online food delivery services is expected to continue growing in Mozambique.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) and represent what consumers pay for these products and services. The user metrics show the number of customers who have made at least one online purchase within the past 12 months.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined through a bottom-up approach, building on predefined factors for each market. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use annual financial reports of the market-leading companies, third-party studies and reports, as well as survey results from our primary research (e.g., the Statista Global Consumer Survey). In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, GDP per capita, and internet connection speed. 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 S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing. The main drivers are internet users, urban population, usage of key players, and attitudes toward online services.

Additional notes:

The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. GCS data is reweighted for representativeness.

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