Coal exports from Botswana: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Botswana exported coal worth $34.6 million (897.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 30% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $106.6 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $34.6M | 897.1K t |
| 2023 | $49.2M | 904.2K t |
| 2022 | $106.6M | 1.23M t |
| 2021 | $28.5M | 783.1K t |
| 2020 | $20.7M | 503.3K t |
| 2019 | $16.9M | 328.3K t |
| 2018 | $14.2M | 373.0K t |
| 2017 | $8.2M | 252.6K t |
Where Botswana exports coal to
South Africa alone took 89% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $30.9M | 89% |
| Namibia | $3.6M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $104K | 0.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $11K | 0% |
| Zambia | $3K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2701
| 2701.12 | Bituminous coal | 87% |
| 2701.19 | Coal (other types) | 13% |
| 2701.11 | Anthracite coal | 0.2% |
| 2701.20 | Coal briquettes | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2701.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.04 per kg, 69% below the world average of $0.13, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana coal exports (HS 2701): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 2701: Coal; briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal.
Common questions
What is the value of coal exported by Botswana?
Botswana exported coal worth $34.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 897.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 123 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries buy coal from Botswana?
South Africa was the largest buyer with 89% of the value ($30.9 million), followed by Namibia (10%) and the Netherlands (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. Zimbabwe grew fastest among the top ten, up 137% on the year.
What is the average export price of coal per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.04 per kg in 2024, 69% below the world average of $0.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of coal from Botswana changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.2 million in 2017 to $34.6 million in 2024, an increase of 320%. The peak was 2022 at $106.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for coal?
The HS code for coal is heading 2701. In Botswana the largest six-digit codes were 2701.12 (87% of the value) and 2701.19 (13%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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