The Middle East and Africa ice cream market is projected to experience robust growth, expanding from USD 12.5 billion in 2025 to USD 23.1 billion by 2030, corresponding to a compound annual growth rate of 13.11%. This acceleration reflects a confluence of demographic, economic, and lifestyle factors that are reshaping consumption patterns across the region. Rising disposable incomes, particularly among younger and urban populations, are enabling a broader adoption of frozen desserts, while the growing middle class is increasingly seeking indulgent yet convenient snack options that align with evolving lifestyle preferences.
Climatic conditions across much of the region serve as a structural driver of demand. The persistently hot and arid environment in countries across the Gulf and North Africa encourages regular consumption of ice cream as a cooling and refreshing treat, extending usage beyond seasonal peaks. Simultaneously, population growth—particularly the youth segment—fuels both routine consumption and a willingness to experiment with new formats and flavors, sustaining innovation-led expansion.
Affordability and value remain critical in price-sensitive markets, guiding brand strategies around single-serve formats, multi-packs, and competitive promotional campaigns. In parallel, health and wellness trends are influencing product development, with manufacturers introducing low-sugar, dairy-free, and plant-based options to appeal to increasingly conscious consumers without compromising the indulgent appeal that drives core demand. The rise of digital commerce and delivery platforms further strengthens market penetration, facilitating impulse purchases and expanding access to both premium and mass-market offerings across urban centers.
Tourism and hospitality dynamics are also contributing to growth, particularly in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, where inbound travelers and high-footfall leisure destinations generate incremental consumption. Retail modernization, including the expansion of supermarkets, hypermarkets, and convenience outlets, complements these trends by improving product visibility and availability, while cold-chain infrastructure enhancements enable consistent quality across diverse geographies.
These forces position the Middle East and Africa ice cream market for sustained momentum through 2030. Growth is being driven by a combination of demographic expansion, climatic necessity, rising incomes, health-conscious innovation, and retail evolution, creating a landscape where both premium indulgence and value-oriented offerings can thrive in parallel.
Providing a holistic view of the Middle East and Africa ice cream market, this report analyzes historical performance from 2020 to 2024 and projects trends through 2030. It evaluates market size, growth rates, and key segments, uncovering the forces driving change in the sector. With a focus on product type, category, distribution channel and country, the report delivers a detailed analysis to inform strategic planning and market positioning.
Report Highlights
This report provides a structured overview of market data from 2020 to 2030, with figures presented in (Tons/USD). The core dataset covers the overall market as well as key segments, including actual historical values from 2020 to 2024 and projections for 2025 to 2030. Compound Annual Growth Rates (CAGR) are provided for both the historical and forecast periods. Segmentation dimensions include product type, category, distribution channel and country. By comparing historical and projected growth rates, the report helps identify high-potential sub-segments, offering quantitative support for long-term strategic planning and resource allocation.
In addition to market size data, the report also delves into the key factors driving market evolution. Based on industry interviews and authoritative macroeconomic data, the report analyzes the key drivers behind market size fluctuations and outlines future development trends. It integrates insights on innovation, shifts in consumer behavior, and environmental changes to dissect market growth drivers and potential risks. Special focus is placed on high-performing growth areas within sub-markets, as well as opportunities arising from product innovations.
Furthermore, the report delivers a rigorous competitive assessment, tracking market share movements and brand performance among industry participants from 2020 to 2024. It highlights evolving competitive dynamics, consolidation trends, and granular share shifts, empowering stakeholders to benchmark performance and refine differentiation strategies. These evidence-based insights support targeted investment prioritization and long-term strategic planning.
Market Segmentation
The Middle East and Africa ice cream market is structured as follows:
Product type – e.g., artisanal ice cream, frozen yogurt, impulse ice cream, plant-based ice cream, take-home ice cream
Category – e.g., dairy ice cream, water ice cream
Distribution channel – e.g., convenience stores, discounters, e-commerce, food specialty stores, foodservice channels, forecourts, hypermarkets, small grocery stores, supermarkets, others
Country – e.g., Egypt, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, others
Macroeconomic & Demographic Indicators
Supporting context includes:
Total population
Consumer Price Index (CPI)
Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
Per capita consumption
Consumer spending as a percentage of GDP
These variables enhance understanding of consumption potential and macroeconomic trends affecting the market.
Competitive Landscape: Market Share Analysis
The study outlines the distribution of market share among key players in the ice cream industry in Middle East and Africa, offering visibility into brand dominance and market leadership. Major participants include:
Al-Yagoobi For General Trading and Food Industy
Arabian Food and Dairy Factories Company, dba Fadeco
Bakhresa Group
Batterjee Holding Company
Chyaw Company
Cone Zone Co.
Danone S.A.
Darin Group
Dlba Dairy Company
Fidodido Industries Ltd.
Fusteka Group of Companies
Gelato Ice
General Mills, Inc.
Gini Glaces Sarl
Glacier Products Ltd.
Grand Lotus (Flipi)
Hawaii for Industry & Trade
ICESTAR Ice Cream Factory
IFFCO Group
Inspire Brands LLC
Iper Glaces
La Glaciere Sarl
Mars, Incorporated
Maxi Foods Sarl
Mobigen Holding
Mondelez International Inc.
Nestle S.A.
Poulina Group Holding (PGH)
Prima Glaces, Sarl
RAZCO Limited
Saudi Ice Cream Factory Company Ltd.
Saudia Dairy and Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO)
Societe Vilavi SA (formerly Al Naseem Tunisia)
Solico Group
Squadra for Food Industries
SUJAB Industrial Company (Eisberg)
Unilever PLC
This section helps stakeholders evaluate market concentration, identify partnership opportunities, and track shifts in leadership.
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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Key Findings
Market Segmentation
Market Overview
Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market – Product Type Analysis
Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market – Category Analysis
Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market – Distribution Channel Analysis
Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market – Country Analysis
Company Shares Analysis
Al-Yagoobi For General Trading and Food Industy
Arabian Food and Dairy Factories Company, dba Fadeco
Bakhresa Group
Batterjee Holding Company
Chyaw Company
Cone Zone Co.
Danone S.A.
Darin Group
Dlba Dairy Company
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Macroeconomic Data and Forecast
Research Methodology
Disclaimer
FIGURES AND TABLES
Table Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market 2020-2030
Chart Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market, Net Growth, 2020-2030
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Table Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Chart Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market by Product Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
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Table Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market by Category, 2020-2030
Chart Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market by Category, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
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Table Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Chart Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market by Distribution Channel, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
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Table Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market by Country, 2020-2030
Chart Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market by Country, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
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Table Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market Share (%), by Companies, 2020-2024
Chart Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market, by Companies, 2024
Table Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market Share (%), by Brands, 2020-2024
Chart Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market, by Brands, 2024
Table Middle East and Africa – Population (Millions) and Forecast
Table Middle East and Africa – Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Forecast
Table Middle East and Africa – Gross Domestic Product and Forecast
Table Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market: Spend as a Proportion of GDP (%)
Table Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Market: Consumption per Capita (Population)