The Sub-Saharan Africa Bible market size reached around USD 52.11 Million in 2024. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.30% between 2025 and 2034 to reach nearly USD 115.67 Million by 2034. The market growth can be attributed to the rising popularity of Bible mobile applications and audiobooks among smartphone users. Moreover, the rising appeal for Bible gifting is also facilitating the market expansion.
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Historical Year
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As per the Sub-Saharan Africa Bible market analysis, the number of digital buyers in Africa is expected to increase at 17.9% annually. By 2027, around 609.3 million people are expected to shop online, as compared to 387.5 million in 2022. This is expected to favourably impact English Bible sales across the region.
The Christian population in Sub-Saharan Africa continues to grow, there is a rising demand for affordable Bibles. This has led to more cost-effective publishing and distribution strategies, aimed at making Bibles accessible to all socio-economic groups. The increased availability of inexpensive Bibles is helping to spread religious teachings more widely.
Local language translations are becoming a key focus in the Sub-Saharan Africa Bible market. With the increasing demand for Bibles in native languages, publishers are expanding their translation efforts. This trend supports a better understanding of religious texts and encourages greater engagement with the Bible among diverse linguistic communities.
Value in USD Million
2025-2034
Sub-Saharan Africa Bible Market Outlook
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Sub-Saharan Africa Bible Market Report Summary |
Description |
Value |
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Base Year |
USD Million |
2024 |
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Historical Period |
USD Million |
2018-2024 |
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Forecast Period |
USD Million |
2025-2034 |
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Market Size 2024 |
USD Million |
52.11 |
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Market Size 2034 |
USD Million |
115.67 |
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CAGR 2018-2024 |
Percentage |
XX% |
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CAGR 2025-2034 |
Percentage |
8.30% |
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CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Country |
East Africa |
10.1% |
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CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Country |
Southern Africa |
7.0% |
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CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Category Type |
Bible Study |
9.3% |
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CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Language |
English |
9.1% |
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Market Share by Country 2024 |
West Africa |
XX% |
Nearly 24% of the world’s Christian community resides in Sub-Saharan Africa. However, nearly 72% of the population does not have internet access. Poor internet connection is acute in Central Africa with a coverage gap of 34%. Thus, mobile applications like Bible App Lite are expected to surge the Sub-Saharan Africa Bible market value in the coming years. These are designed to take up minimal storage space and enhance people’s accessibility to religious scriptures on the go. Industry reports suggest that the app secured the topmost position for popularity on Google Play Store across countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and Kenya.
In the past two decades, nearly 1.7 billion Bible books were printed worldwide. However, only 7.1% of them were distributed across Sub-Saharan Africa. By 2060, nearly 40% of all followers of Christianity are expected to reside in Africa. This is expected to increase the demand for Bibles translated into Africa’s native languages. This is favourably shaping the Sub-Saharan Africa Bible market dynamics.
Today every 1 of 4 Christians reside in Africa. Nearly 203 Nigerian languages do not have a New Testament in their native language. Besides, the existing translations can be substantially improved by enhancing the binding and structure of the Bible, thereby increasing its longevity among readers.
Increasing demand for digital bibles; rise in local language translations; increase in Bible publishing and distribution; and growing focus on youth-oriented Bibles are the major factors driving the Sub-Saharan Africa Bible market growth.
The market is experiencing a shift towards digital platforms, with more people using smartphones and tablets to access Bibles. Mobile Bible apps and e-books are becoming popular, especially among younger generations, offering convenience and accessibility. This trend is driven by increasing internet penetration and mobile device usage across the region.
There is an increasing demand for Bibles in local African languages. As literacy rates improve, more individuals seek Bibles in their native languages to deepen their understanding of scripture. Publishers and religious organisations are responding by expanding translation efforts, ensuring that Bibles are accessible to a wider audience and promoting religious inclusivity. This is one of the key Sub-Saharan Africa Bible market trends.
With a growing Christian population in Sub-Saharan Africa, the demand for Bibles is prompting an increase in local publishing and distribution. More publishers are focusing on affordable Bibles to cater to diverse socio-economic groups. Distribution channels, including churches, bookstores, and online platforms, are expanding to meet the rising demand for religious texts.
The Sub-Saharan Africa Bible market is seeing a rise in youth-oriented versions. Publishers are focusing on creating engaging Bibles with relevant content for young people, incorporating modern language, graphics, and interactive features. This trend is aimed at attracting younger audiences and promoting scripture reading among the youth in a region where the Christian population is growing rapidly.
Rising prevalence of hearing difficulties
As per the World Health Organisation, over 430 million people worldwide suffer from disabling hearing loss, with Africa accounting for nearly 40 million of them. By 2030, this is expected to rise to 54 million, and furthermore to 97 million by 2050. This has prompted Bible houses to introduce Bible in sign languages for specially abled individuals.There are currently over 400 Bible publishers serving the gospel in 6 SASL congregations across Africa. This is one of the key Sub-Saharan Africa Bible market trends.
Increasing popularity of English Bibles
There are nearly 550 million Christians without a paperback copy of the Bible in Sub-Saharan Africa. Due to the prevalence of multiple spoken languages, Bible publishing houses are printing the New Testament in French, Portuguese, and English language. As per the Sub-Saharan Africa Bible market analysis, 98.9% of Nigerian spiritualists and youth prefer reading the Bible on their mobile phones in English. Moreover, 93% of over 2,000 church attendees in Nigeria’s rural parts also prefer reading the Bible in English. Thus, with improvements in education and literacy levels, English is expected to become the dominant language for Bible readers, thereby leading to market growth.
The EMR’s report titled “Sub-Saharan Africa Bible Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Breakup by Language
Breakup by Category Type
Breakup by Region
Based on region, the market is segmented into West Africa, East Africa, Central Africa, and Southern Africa. Over the forecast period of 2025-2034, the market for Bible in East Africa and Southern Africa is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.1% and 7.0%, respectively. This can be attributed to the rising popularity of solar-powered audiobook devices and the rising spiritual awakening among people.
As per the Sub-Saharan Africa Bible market analysis, the market for the English Bible is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.1% between 2025 and 2034, aided by rising literacy levels among youth and translation of Bibles by missionary networks.
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CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by |
Language |
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English |
9.1% |
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Swahili |
XX% |
Key market players, such as the Bible Society of South Africa and Christian Art Publishers, are focusing on expanding Bible accessibility. They are increasing local language translations, distributing digital versions, and partnering with churches and educational institutions to reach wider audiences. These initiatives aim to promote faith and literacy across the region, thereby driving the Sub-Saharan Africa Bible market expansion.
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In 2024, the market reached an approximate value of USD 52.11 Million.
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.30% between 2025 and 2034.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2025-2034 to reach a value of around USD 115.67 Million by 2034.
The different regions considered in the market report include West Africa, East Africa, Central Africa, and Southern Africa.
The major market trends include Increasing demand for digital Bibles, rise in local language translations, increase in Bible publishing and distribution, and merging focus on youth-oriented Bibles.
The Bible is published in English, and Swahili, among others.
The different segments considered in the market report are devotional, and bible study, among others.
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| REPORT FEATURES | DETAILS |
| Base Year | 2024 |
| Historical Period | 2018-2024 |
| Forecast Period | 2025-2034 |
| Scope of the Report |
Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:
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| Breakup by Language |
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| Breakup by Category Type |
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| Breakup by Region |
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