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China-Africa trade data for 2025: the logistics opportunity behind USD 348 billion
According to China's General Administration of Customs, China-Africa trade reached USD 348.05 billion in 2025, up 17.7%. What the import and export structure means for logistics.
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According to China's General Administration of Customs, total China-Africa trade in 2025 was USD 348.05 billion, up 17.7%. China's exports to Africa were USD 225.03 billion, up 25.8%, and imports from Africa USD 123.02 billion, up 5.4%. In RMB terms, trade was about RMB 2.49 trillion.
Information updated: 2026-10-03
Key figures
| Indicator | 2025 | Year on year |
|---|---|---|
| Total China-Africa trade | USD 348.05 billion | +17.7% |
| China's exports to Africa | USD 225.03 billion | +25.8% |
| China's imports from Africa | USD 123.02 billion | +5.4% |
| China's trade surplus with Africa | About USD 102 billion |
What it means for logistics
- Exports are growing much faster than imports: heavy outbound volume and relatively little return cargo, so outbound space gets tighter in peak season.
- Volume growth is concentrated in the main ports, adding to congestion pressure at ports such as Lagos.
- More small and medium-sized trades: demand for LCL and multi-category consolidation is rising.
- Compliance is tightening: countries are strengthening pre-shipment inspection and electronic clearance.