Beer exports from Namibia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of beer by Namibia reached $67.7 million in 2024 (60.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 47% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $97.0 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 | $67.7M | 60.3K t |
| 2023 | $46.1M | 38.3K t |
| 2022 | $93.5M | 87.3K t |
| 2021 | $68.5M | 68.9K t |
| 2020 | $41.2M | 44.4K t |
| 2019 | $97.0M | 95.9K t |
| 2018 | $87.7M | 82.4K t |
| 2017 | $71.4M | 70.5K t |
Where Namibia exports beer to
One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.12 per kg, close to the world average of $1.14.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Beer imports to Namibia
In 2024, Namibia imported beer worth $11.9 million (9.4 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $11.7M | 98% |
| Germany | $134K | 1.1% |
| Portugal | $55K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $38K | 0.3% |
| Zambia | $27K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $11K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $4K | 0% |
| Botswana | $3K | 0% |
| Belgium | $3K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia beer exports (HS 2203): 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 2203: Beer made from malt.
Common questions
What is the value of beer exported by Namibia?
Namibia exported beer worth $67.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 60.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 182 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 47% on 2023.
Which countries buy beer from Namibia?
South Africa was the largest buyer with 90% of the value ($61.1 million), followed by Tanzania (4%) and Zambia (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 22 buyer countries in total. The DR Congo grew fastest among the top ten, up 957% on the year.
What is the average export price of beer per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.12 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.14 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of beer from Namibia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $71.4 million in 2017 to $67.7 million in 2024, a fall of 5%. The peak was 2019 at $97.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $71.6 million a year.
Does Namibia also import beer?
Yes. Namibia imported $11.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, Germany and Portugal. On balance Namibia is a net exporter of this product, by about $55.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for beer?
The HS code for beer is heading 2203. In Namibia all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2203.00. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2203 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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