Market Study on Rubber Medical Devices in Africa (South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana)

135 pages. The African market for rubber medical devices (RMDs) particularly surgical and examination gloves, condoms, and Foley catheters presents a significant growth opportunity for Malaysian exporters. With a combined population exceeding 370 million across South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana, the healthcare sector is experiencing rapid evolution driven by public health challenges, increasing disease burden, and rising healthcare awareness. The rubber medical devices market in Africa is poised for significant growth, with South Africa leading in market size and stability. In 2023, South Africa's market was valued at USD 102 million, and it is projected to grow at a rate of 10% by 2028. Meanwhile, Nigeria is expected to have the highest compound annual growth rate (CAGR) at 18%, driven by its large population despite challenges such as high inflation and currency instability, while Kenya and Ghana face unique challenges, such as income inequality and low healthcare spending, affecting their market dynamics and vendor selection criteria, which prioritize quality and price sensitivity differently across these regions.