South Africa Sports Events Market Size & Outlook, 2025-2033


South Africa Sports Events Market Insights

  • Based on Deep Market Insights findings, the South Africa Sports Events Market reached USD 6163.1 Million in 2024 and is estimated to attain USD 11816.15 Million by 2033.
  • From 2025 to 2033, the South Africa market is expected to grow at a steady CAGR of 7.51%.
  • Within the Event type category, Professional leagues dominated in 2024 in terms of market size contribution.
  • Over the forecast period, Local & amateur events is forecasted to deliver the fastest growth, positioning it as the most lucrative Event type segment.

Other Key Findings


  • South Africa accounted for 1.4% of the global Sports Events Market size in 2024.
  • By 2033, United States is expected to remain the top global market in terms of size.
  • Within Middle East and Africa, United Arab Emirates is forecasted to dominate the regional Sports Events Market size by 2033.
  • United Arab Emirates will be the fastest-growing market in Middle East and Africa, projected to achieve USD 42802.67 Million by 2033.

Report Summary

Report Scope Details
Base Year for Study 2024
Study Period 2021-2033
Historical Period 2021-2023
Forecast Period 2025-2033
Market Size In 2024 USD 6163.1 Million
Market Size In 2033 USD 11816.15 Million
Largest segment Professional leagues
Units Revenue in USD Million
CAGR 7.51% (2025-2033)
Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Environment & Regulatory Landscape and Trends

Segmnetation Covered

Segments Sub Segments
Event type
  1. Professional leagues
  2. International tournaments & mega-events
  3. Local & amateur events
Revenue stream
  1. Ticketing
  2. Sponsorship & advertising
  3. Broadcast & digital rights
Delivery format
  1. In-person
  2. Hybrid
  3. Fully virtual