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South Africa Weight Loss Supplements Market Size & Outlook

The weight loss supplements market in South Africa is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 610.5 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 12.2% is expected of South Africa weight loss supplements market from 2025 to 2030.

  • Food Beverages & Tobacco
    • Supplements & Nutrition
      • Weight Loss Supplements Market Outlook
Revenue, 2024 (US$M)
$305.6
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$610.5
CAGR, 2025 - 2030
12.2%
Report Coverage
South Africa

South Africa Weight Loss Supplements Market, 2018-2030 (US$M)

South Africa Weight Loss Supplements Market, 2018-2030 (US$M)

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South Africa weight loss supplements market highlights

  • The South Africa weight loss supplements market generated a revenue of USD 305.6 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 610.5 million by 2030.
  • The South Africa market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.2% from 2025 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, powder was the largest revenue generating type in 2024.
  • Pills is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Weight loss supplements market data book summary

Market revenue in 2024USD 305.6 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 610.5 million
Growth rate12.2% (CAGR from 2024 to 2030)
Largest segmentPowder
Fastest growing segmentPills
Historical data2018 - 2023
Base year2024
Forecast period2025 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationLiquid, Powder, Softgels, Pills
Key market players worldwideGlanbia PLC, Abbott Laboratories, Nestle SA, The Kraft Heinz Co, PepsiCo Inc, Ajinomoto Co Inc, GSK PLC ADR, Herbalife Ltd, WK Kellogg Co, Amway Malaysia Holdings


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, South Africa accounted for 0.9% of the global weight loss supplements market in 2024.
  • Country-wise, U.S. is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • In Middle East & Africa, UAE weight loss supplements market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • UAE is the fastest growing regional market in Middle East & Africa and is projected to reach USD 661.9 million by 2030.

South Africa has one of the highest obesity rates in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly among urban populations, driving demand for weight management solutions. As disposable incomes rise, more consumers are willing to invest in products that support their health and appearance.

There is a growing preference for natural and herbal-based supplements, influenced by traditional African remedies, with ingredients like Garcinia Cambogia, green tea extract, and Moringa gaining popularity.

South African consumers are also drawn to products that align with the global wellness trend, including gluten-free and vegan options. The growth of e-commerce platforms has expanded access to a wide variety of supplements, making it easier for consumers in both urban and rural areas to purchase weight loss products.

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Publish Date: Dec 05, 2024

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Weight Loss Supplements Market Companies

NameProfile# EmployeesHQWebsite
Abbott LaboratoriesView profile 114,000100 Abbott Park Road, Abbott Park, IL, United States, 60064-6400www.abbottinvestor.com
Nestle SAView profile 270,000Avenue Nestle 55, Vevey, Switzerland, CH-1800www.nestle.com
GSK PLC ADRView profile 70,200980 Great West Road, Brentford, Middlesex, United Kingdom, TW8 9GSwww.gsk.com
Glanbia PLCView profile 5,534Ring Road, Glanbia House, Kilkenny, Ireland, R95 E866www.glanbia.com
PepsiCo IncView profile 318,000700 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, NY, United States, 10577www.pepsico.com
Herbalife LtdView profile 9,200Ugland House, South Church Street, P.O. Box 309GT, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, KY1-1104www.herbalife.com
WK Kellogg CoView profile 3,150One Kellogg Square, Battle Creek, MI, United States, 49016-3599www.wkkellogg.com
The Kraft Heinz CoView profile 36,000One PPG Place, Pittsburgh, PA, United States, 15222www.kraftheinzcompany.com
Ajinomoto Co IncView profile 43,31815-1, Kyobashi 1-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan, 104-8315www.ajinomoto.co.jp
Amway Malaysia HoldingsView profile -Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia, Asiawww.amway.my

South Africa Weight Loss Supplements Market Outlook

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Powder was the largest segment with a revenue share of 37.7% in 2024.

Horizon Databook has segmented the South Africa weight loss supplements market based on liquid, powder, softgels, pills covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.




South Africa has one of the highest obesity rates in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly among urban populations, driving demand for weight management solutions. As disposable incomes rise, more consumers are willing to invest in products that support their health and appearance.

There is a growing preference for natural and herbal-based supplements, influenced by traditional African remedies, with ingredients like Garcinia Cambogia, green tea extract, and Moringa gaining popularity.

South African consumers are also drawn to products that align with the global wellness trend, including gluten-free and vegan options. The growth of e-commerce platforms has expanded access to a wide variety of supplements, making it easier for consumers in both urban and rural areas to purchase weight loss products.

  • South Africa Weight Loss Supplements Market Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2018-2030)
    • Liquid
    • Powder
    • Softgels
    • Pills
    • Others
  • South Africa Weight Loss Supplements Market Ingredients Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2018-2030)
    • Vitamins & Minerals
    • Natural Extracts/ Botanicals
    • Amino Acids
  • South Africa Weight Loss Supplements Market End User Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2018-2030)
    • Under 18 years
    • 18 to 40 years
    • 41 to 50 years
    • Above 50 years
  • South Africa Weight Loss Supplements Market Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2018-2030)
    • Offline Channel
    • Online Channel

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