Africa's Leading Pineapple Producers in the Year 2025

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Africa's pineapple production continues to grow, with several countries making significant contributions to the continent's strong agricultural sector.

In 2025, Tanzania produced approximately 372,179 tonnes of pineapples, ranking fifth in Africa's pineapple production. The country's strong production capacity and proximity to key markets like the Middle East make it an attractive location for pineapple processing and export.

Cameroon ranks seventh, with an annual production of around 312,192 tonnes. Angola, one of the top producers, significantly contributes to Africa's pineapple production. The exact identities of the top three pineapple producing countries in Africa in 2025 are not specified in the available search results.

Nigeria, Africa's largest pineapple producer, ranks eighth on the top 10 global production list, with Indonesia leading the world with 3.2 million Tons. Nigeria's pineapple production is projected to increase significantly, with an estimated output of 1.91 million metric tons by 2026, making it a major player in the global market.

Ghana, renowned for its high-quality pineapples, follows closely behind Nigeria in terms of production volume. The West African nation ranks second in Africa, with a production volume of approximately 668,093 tonnes. Angola, the third-largest producer, has a production volume of 663,263 tonnes.

Malawi is the sixth-largest pineapple producer in Africa, with a production volume of around 334,071 tonnes. South Africa ranks tenth, with an estimated annual output of 128,623 tonnes. The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is ranked ninth, with an estimated output of 190,969 tonnes.

Kenya ranks eighth in Africa's pineapple production, with an output of approximately 282,655 tonnes annually.

The growth in Africa's pineapple production is impressive, with the continent's output expected to reach approximately 20 million metric tons by the end of 2025. This growth is set to boost the continent's economic prospects and provide opportunities for further agricultural development.