This graph shows the growth in U.S. export volume of trade goods to Africa from 1997 to 2023. In 2023, U.S. exports to Africa amounted to about 28.69 billion U.S. dollars.

This dataset provides values for EXPORTS reported in several countries. The data includes current values, previous releases, historical highs and record lows, release frequency, reported unit and currency.

As of 2021, exports from African countries to China accumulated to nearly *** billion U.S. dollars. The value declined compared to 2020 when exports from Africa to the Asian country amounted to roughly ** billion U.S. dollars. In the last two decades, trade with China, regarding exports from African countries, fluctuated but overall increased strongly. For instance, in 2000, African exports to China yielded only *** billion U.S. dollars.

Exports in South Africa increased to 175749.91 ZAR Million in May from 165293 ZAR Million in April of 2025. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - South Africa Exports - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

Exports to Africa in China decreased to 11531679.08 USD Thousand in February from 17250055.19 USD Thousand in January of 2024. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for China Exports To Africa.

Exports to Africa in Mexico decreased to 89553 USD Thousand in January from 91676 USD Thousand in December of 2023. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for Mexico Exports to Africa.

As of 2021, exports from China into Africa accumulated to roughly *** billion U.S. dollars. The value increased from *** billion U.S. dollars in 2020. Overall, Chinese trade with African countries has increased in the last two decades. In 2000, Africa imported items from the Asian country at **** billion U.S. dollars. Moreover, a peak in the value of imports from China was registered in 2015 at *** billion U.S. dollars.

Exports to Africa in Brazil increased to 1194.94 USD Million in March from 1194.09 USD Million in February of 2024. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Exports to Africa.

The average for 2022 based on 28 countries was 105.53 million U.S. dollars. The highest value was in South Africa: 2475.53 million U.S. dollars and the lowest value was in Cape Verde: 0.02 million U.S. dollars. The indicator is available from 2007 to 2022. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.

India Exports to South Africa was US$8.14 Billion during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. India Exports to South Africa - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on July of 2025.

South Africa's total Exports in 2024 were valued at US$110.11 Billion, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. South Africa's main export partners were: China, the United States and Germany. The top three export commodities were: Pearls, precious stones, metals, coins; Ores slag and ash and Vehicles other than railway, tramway. Total Imports were valued at US$101.24 Billion. In 2024, South Africa had a trade surplus of US$8.87 Billion.

Techsalerator’s Import/Export Trade Data for Africa

Techsalerator’s Import/Export Trade Data for Africa offers a thorough and detailed examination of trade activities across the African continent. This extensive dataset provides valuable insights into import and export transactions involving companies throughout Africa, covering a wide range of countries and regions.

Coverage Across All African Countries

The dataset includes comprehensive trade data for all African countries, divided into key regions:

North Africa:

Egypt Libya Mauritania Morocco Algeria Sudan Tunisia East Africa: 8. Burundi 9. Comoros 10. Djibouti 11. Eritrea 12. Ethiopia 13. Kenya 14. Madagascar 15. Malawi 16. Mauritius 17. Rwanda 18. Seychelles 19. Somalia 20. Tanzania 21. Uganda

West Africa: 22. Benin 23. Burkina Faso 24. Cape Verde 25. Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire) 26. Gambia 27. Ghana 28. Guinea 29. Guinea-Bissau 30. Liberia 31. Mali 32. Niger 33. Nigeria 34. Senegal 35. Sierra Leone 36. Togo

Central Africa: 37. Angola 38. Cameroon 39. Central African Republic 40. Chad 41. Congo, Democratic Republic of the 42. Congo, Republic of the 43. Equatorial Guinea 44. Gabon 45. São Tomé and Príncipe

Southern Africa: 46. Botswana 47. Eswatini (Swaziland) 48. Lesotho 49. Namibia 50. South Africa 51. Zimbabwe

Comprehensive Data Features

Transaction Details: The dataset includes detailed information on each trade transaction, such as product descriptions, quantities, values, and dates. This allows for precise tracking and analysis of trade patterns and flows across Africa.

Company Information: It provides specific details about the trading companies involved, including company names, locations, and industry sectors, facilitating targeted market research and competitive analysis.

Categorization: Transactions are categorized by industry sectors, product types, and trade partners, offering insights into market dynamics and sector-specific trends within different regions of Africa.

Trade Trends: Users can analyze historical data to observe trade trends, identify emerging markets, and assess the impact of economic, political, or environmental events on trade activities across the continent.

Geographical Insights: The data provides insights into regional trade flows and cross-border dynamics within Africa and with global trade partners, including major international trade relationships.

Regulatory and Compliance Data: Information on trade regulations, tariffs, and compliance requirements is included, helping businesses navigate the complex regulatory environments across various African countries.

Applications and Benefits

Market Research: Businesses can leverage the data to uncover new market opportunities, analyze competitive landscapes, and understand demand for specific products across different African countries and regions.

Strategic Planning: Companies can use insights from the data to develop effective trade strategies, optimize supply chains, and manage risks associated with international trade in Africa.

Economic Analysis: Analysts and policymakers can monitor economic performance, evaluate trade balances, and make informed decisions on trade policies and economic development initiatives.

Investment Decisions: Investors can assess trade trends and market potentials to make informed decisions about investments in Africa’s diverse and rapidly evolving economies.

Techsalerator’s Import/Export Trade Data for Africa provides a crucial resource for organizations involved in international trade, offering a detailed, reliable, and expansive view of trade activities across the African continent.

Algeria Exports: Africa data was reported at 84,641.000 DZD mn in 2023. This records a decrease from the previous number of 85,511.200 DZD mn for 2022. Algeria Exports: Africa data is updated yearly, averaging 909.100 DZD mn from Dec 1970 (Median) to 2023, with 54 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 85,511.200 DZD mn in 2022 and a record low of 0.000 DZD mn in 1998. Algeria Exports: Africa data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by General Directorate of Customs. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Algeria – Table DZ.JA005: Exports: by Country.

Key information about South Africa Total Exports

• South Africa Total Exports recorded 8.0 USD bn in Jan 2025, compared with 8.7 USD bn in the previous month
• South Africa Total Exports data is updated monthly, available from Oct 2004 to Jan 2025, with an averaged value of 7.6 USD bn
• The data reached an all-time high of 12.5 USD bn in Mar 2022 and a record low of 2.8 USD bn in Apr 2020

CEIC converts monthly Total Exports into USD. South African Revenue Service provides Total Exports, FOB, in local currency. Federal Reserve Board average market exchange rate is used for currency conversions. Total Exports prior to January 2010 exclude Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia and Swaziland.


Further information about South Africa Total Exports

• In the latest reports, South Africa Total Exports grew 3.5 % YoY in Jan 2025
• Total Imports recorded 8.8 USD bn in Jan 2025, which registered an increase of 7.6 % year on year
• South Africa Trade Balance recorded a deficit of 877.5 USD mn in Jan 2025

South Africa Exports to United Arab Emirates was US$2.69 Billion during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. South Africa Exports to United Arab Emirates - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on June of 2025.

As of 2019, food exports from Africa amounted to roughly 61.4 billion U.S. dollars. The largest part (around 32.5 billion U.S. dollars) had as destination developing economies in the continent itself, and also in America, and Asia and Oceania. Slightly over 27 billion U.S. dollars were generated by food exports to developed economies, while 1.7 billion U.S. dollars came from transition economies.

Exports to Africa in Netherlands increased to 2008 EUR Million in October from 1886 EUR Million in September of 2022. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for Netherlands Exports to Africa.

China Export: Africa data was reported at 104.911 USD bn in 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 94.718 USD bn for 2017. China Export: Africa data is updated yearly, averaging 6.006 USD bn from Dec 1984 (Median) to 2018, with 35 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 108.541 USD bn in 2015 and a record low of 559.520 USD mn in 1985. China Export: Africa data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by General Administration of Customs. The data is categorized under Global Database’s China – Table CN.JA: Trade: Annual.

Saudi Arabia Exports: Africa data was reported at 1,603.798 SAR mn in Dec 2024. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,069.465 SAR mn for Nov 2024. Saudi Arabia Exports: Africa data is updated monthly, averaging 2,030.249 SAR mn from Jan 2017 (Median) to Dec 2024, with 96 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,891.808 SAR mn in Oct 2022 and a record low of 319.883 SAR mn in May 2020. Saudi Arabia Exports: Africa data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by General Authority for Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Saudi Arabia – Table SA.JA012: Exports: by Region. [COVID-19-IMPACT]

Ethiopia Exports to South Africa was US$9.98 Million during 2023, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. Ethiopia Exports to South Africa - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on July of 2025.