Market Forecast By Product (Spectacles, Sunglasses, Contact Lenses & Others), By End-user (Male, Female, Unisex), By Distribution Channels (Online, Offline) and by competitive landscape
Product Code: ETC369648 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Sep 2024 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 | |
South Africa Eyewear market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 3977, Which has increased slightly as compared to the HHI of 3587 in 2017. The market is moving towards concentrated. Herfindahl index measures the competitiveness of exporting countries. The range lies from 0 to 10000, where a lower index number represents a larger number of players or exporting countries in the market while a large index number means fewer numbers of players or countries exporting in the market.
Report Name | South Africa Eyewear Market |
Forecast period | 2024-2030 |
CAGR | 6.4% |
Growing Sector | Healthcare |
The South Africa Eyewear Market Report thoroughly covers the market by Product Type, distribution channel and End User. The South Africa Eyewear Market Outlook report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing South Africa Eyewear Market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers. This would help stakeholders devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
South Africa Eyewear Market is set to grow at an unprecedented rate on account of the rise in vision related problems in the country. In addition, increasing awareness regarding eye health and the significance of periodic visual check-ups are further boosting market growth. Major players are concentrating on providing innovative designs and technology to maintain a strong position in the market. Moreover, technological innovations are also fuelling the growth of the market.
According to 6Wresearch, the South Africa Eyewear Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.4% during 2024-2030. One of the key drivers of the South Africa Eyewear Market is the growing prevalence of vision-related issues on the back of lifestyle changes and prolonged digital screen exposure in the country has created higher demand for corrective eyewear. In addition, increasing focus on maintaining eye-health and growing attention towards taking regular eye-check-ups is also encouraging the consumers to spend more on quality eyewear products. Furthermore, growing fashion awareness among the consumers in South Africa is increasing trend for stylish and fashionable eyewear hence causing glasses to be viewed as not only a functional product but also part of their dressing style. Moreover, technological and material innovation is producing modern eyewear options that are not only creating lightweight frames but also making them unbreakable thereby encouraging users to expand their current collection of frames.
However, the South Africa Eyewear Market faces many challenges that hinder its growth. The main issue is the import duties on eyewear products which results in costs going up for both retailers and consumers, making it too expensive for an average consumer to be able to afford it. In addition, availability of eye care services in rural areas is limited which contributes towards less opportunity for timely diagnosis and correction of defects. Another obstacle is the dominance of global brands, as it suppresses innovation and also competition within the domestic market due to which local manufacturers fail to gain a foothold.
Some of the major players operating in South Africa Eyewear Market are Luxottica Group, Essilor International, Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Safilo Group, Marchon Eyewear Inc. and De Rigo Vision SA. These companies have a major presence in the South African market and offer a wide range of eyewear products such as sunglasses, eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other optical frames.
The South African government has significantly influenced the growth of the Eyewear Market through strategic initiatives. One such initiative is the "Eye Care for All" initiative, which offers free eye exams and reasonably priced spectacles to underprivileged groups. In addition, the subsidization of vision screenings at schools is a notable effort, aiming to find early vision issues in children to enhance educational results. Furthermore, tax incentives were provided to local eyewear producers to motivate domestic creation and generate jobs in the industry. Moreover, the government partners with international organizations to deliver affordable eye care services to remote regions, making sure underserved communities can access essential eyewear.
The South Africa Eyewear Market is projected to expand substantially in the coming years. This growth is driven by the surge in the rise in vision related problems across the nation. In addition, the rising awareness about eye care and regular vision screening are also driving market growth. Key players are focusing on offering enhanced designs and technology to remain competitive in the market. Moreover, technological advancements are contributing to the market growth.
According to Ravi Bhandari, Research Head, 6Wresearch, the prescription glasses/spectacles segment is the dominant segment in the industry and will continue to grow in the coming years. This growth is due to the rising incidence of visual impairment and eye related disorders which has bolstered the demand for corrective eye wear.
On the basis of End User, the Female segment is the leading segment in the industry and will continue to grow in the coming years. This expansion is due to the rising levels of sartorial inclination in women and a growing proclivity to own diverse eyewear for different events.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments: