In the African region, micronutrient deficiencies are responsible for significant public health problems, causing premature death, disability, and reduced work capacity. Therefore, for a better health condition, significant progress has been achieved throughout Africa in food fortification. The Public-private-civic sector has taken initiatives to fortify staple foods through which significant economic and health impacts can be achieved in Africa. Fortifying food with micronutrients is one of the most cost-effective strategies to improve nutrition in Africa. An increase in population, changes in buying patterns, and growing health concerns increase the share of vitamin fortified and mineral enriched food industry in African, and it is expected to enhance during the forecast period.

The primary consumer group in the country accommodates the young men, who are enthusiastic and willing to maintain good body shape, amid a fast-moving lifestyle. There is a considerable portion of people with gym memberships in the country and several other consumers are opting for the gym. Moreover, due to the transforming consumer base in the country, solutions, based on plant proteins, and vitamin and mineral fortified food are being developed to cater to the inflated demand for vitamin and mineral fortified food and beverage among the vegan population, which is mainly found in cities, like Johannesburg and Cape Town. Moreover, products with more natural ingredients are the foremost preference of consumers, which in turn boosting the market studied in the region.