Video games and game equipment exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Kenya exported video games and game equipment worth $53.9 million (7.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 53% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average.
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 | $53.9M | 7.2K t |
| 2023 | $35.3M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $25.9M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $24.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $18.0M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $12.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $14.4M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $12.5M | 2.9K t |
Where Kenya exports video games and game equipment to
Most of it went to United Kingdom (49%), Germany (23%), Netherlands (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $26.3M | 49% |
| Germany | $12.5M | 23% |
| Netherlands | $5.7M | 11% |
| United States | $3.2M | 6% |
| Canada | $928K | 1.7% |
| Ireland | $703K | 1.3% |
| Switzerland | $515K | 1% |
| Sweden | $404K | 0.8% |
| Australia | $390K | 0.7% |
| Poland | $379K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 9504
| 9504.90 | Game table | 100% |
| 9504.30 | Arcade game | 0.1% |
| 9504.50 | Video game console | 0% |
| 9504.40 | Playing card | 0% |
| 9504.20 | Billiard table | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9504.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.50 per kg, 77% below the world average of $32.48, 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.
Video games and game equipment imports to Kenya
In 2024, Kenya imported video games and game equipment worth $8.5 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). China alone supplied 70% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.9M | 70% |
| United Kingdom | $686K | 8.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $380K | 4.5% |
| North Macedonia | $309K | 3.7% |
| United States | $290K | 3.4% |
| Bulgaria | $213K | 2.5% |
| South Africa | $166K | 2% |
| India | $89K | 1.1% |
| Austria | $86K | 1% |
| Finland | $75K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya video games and game equipment exports (HS 9504): 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 9504: Video game consoles and machines, articles for funfair, table or parlour games, including pintables, billiards, special tables for casino games and automatic bowling alley equipment.
Common questions
What is the value of video games and game equipment exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported video games and game equipment worth $53.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 53% on 2023.
Which countries buy video games and game equipment from Kenya?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 49% of the value ($26.3 million), followed by Germany (23%) and the Netherlands (11%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 72 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 127% on the year.
What is the average export price of video games and game equipment per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.50 per kg in 2024, 77% below the world average of $32.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of video games and game equipment from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12.5 million in 2017 to $53.9 million in 2024, an increase of 330%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $24.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also import video games and game equipment?
Yes. Kenya imported $8.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $45.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for video games and game equipment?
The HS code for video games and game equipment is heading 9504. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 9504.90 (100% of the value) and 9504.30 (0%).
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