The South Africa veterinary medicine market size was estimated at USD 717.5 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 1.39 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 7.8% from 2025 to 2033. The market is primarily driven by growing support initiatives to improve animal health and the rising prevalence of zoonotic and animal diseases in South Africa.
Similarly, increasing pet ownership and rising poultry disease outbreaks like bird flu/high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) are also driving the market growth.
In recent years, the country has experienced rapid developments in the regulatory environment related to veterinary medicines. The authorities are attempting to ensure that the approval of new veterinary drugs is completed in a structured and thorough manner. These steps are being taken due to the increasing number of disease outbreaks among the veterinary population and a rise in illicit veterinary drug sales in the country.
South Africa is largely dependent on its poultry sector in terms of total animal production. According to data published by the South African Poultry Association (SAPA), in 2024, poultry meat contributed 36.4% of animal-product value (up from 35.2% in 2023) and 15.7% of total agricultural gross value (up from 14.9% in 2023). Out of the poultry population, over 74% are used for meat production, and 26% for egg production. Such dependence on the poultry sector increases demand for medicines, such as vaccines, anti-infectives, medicated feed additives, and parasiticides, among others, to ensure healthy meat or eggs are produced from these chickens.
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Similarly, increasing pet ownership and rising poultry disease outbreaks like bird flu/high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) are also driving the market growth.
In recent years, the country has experienced rapid developments in the regulatory environment related to veterinary medicines. The authorities are attempting to ensure that the approval of new veterinary drugs is completed in a structured and thorough manner. These steps are being taken due to the increasing number of disease outbreaks among the veterinary population and a rise in illicit veterinary drug sales in the country.
South Africa is largely dependent on its poultry sector in terms of total animal production. According to data published by the South African Poultry Association (SAPA), in 2024, poultry meat contributed 36.4% of animal-product value (up from 35.2% in 2023) and 15.7% of total agricultural gross value (up from 14.9% in 2023). Out of the poultry population, over 74% are used for meat production, and 26% for egg production. Such dependence on the poultry sector increases demand for medicines, such as vaccines, anti-infectives, medicated feed additives, and parasiticides, among others, to ensure healthy meat or eggs are produced from these chickens.
South Africa Veterinary Medicine Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at a country level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. The report has segmented the South Africa veterinary medicine market report based on product, animal, route of administration, and distribution channel:Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
- Biologics
- Modified/ Attenuated Live
- Inactivated (Killed)
- Other Vaccines
- Pharmaceuticals
- Medicated Feed Additives
Animal Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
- Production Animals
- Companion Animals
Route of Administration Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
- Oral
- Injectable
- Topical
- Other Routes
Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
- Veterinary Hospitals & Clinics
- E-commerce
- Offline Retail Stores
- Others
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Research Methodology and Scope
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
Chapter 3. South Africa Veterinary Medicine Market Variables, Trends & Scope
Chapter 4. South Africa Veterinary Medicine Market: Product Business Analysis
Chapter 5. South Africa Veterinary Medicine Market: Animal Business Analysis
Chapter 6. South Africa Veterinary Medicine Market: Route of Administration Business Analysis
Chapter 7. South Africa Veterinary Medicine Market: Distribution Channel Business Analysis
Chapter 8. Competitive Landscape
List of Tables
List of Figures
Companies Mentioned
The companies profiled in this South Africa Veterinary Medicine market report include:- Zoetis Inc.
- Boehringer Ingelheim International Gmbh
- Merck & Co., Inc.
- Elanco
- Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC
- Ceva Santé Animale
- Phibro Animal Health Corporation
- Virbac
- Bimeda Corporate
- Bupo Animal Health
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 150 |
| Published | December 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2024 - 2033 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 717.5 Million |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 1390 Million |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 7.8% |
| Regions Covered | South Africa |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 11 |
