Dangote takes long-term view to build pan-African cement empire Published by Kate Douglas on 10 April 2017 While other manufacturers are struggling in Nigeria’s tough economic environment, Dangote cement is performing strongly.
Why Ethiopia is on track to become Africa’s industrial powerhouse Published by Jostein Hauge and Muhammad Irfan on 25 June 2016 Ethiopia seems to be attracting the attention of economists interested in Africa, and for good reason.
Cement wars heat up in East Africa as Dangote plans entry Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 February 2014 Nigeria’s Dangote Cement is building a plant in Kenya, which analysts warn will shake up the market.
From small family business to major cement company Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 5 February 2014 ARM Cement boss says families do not have to own 100% of their businesses to achieve growth.
Notes from the Nigerian frontier Published by Mark Mobius on 19 August 2013 Despite some political and economic instability, Nigeria offers a range of investment and growth opportunities.
South African cement company seeking growth in Ethiopia Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 8 August 2012 South Africa’s Pretoria Portland Cement Company (PPC), has joined hands with South Africa’s Industrial Development Corporation (IDC), to acquire a 47% equity stake in Habesha Cement Share Company (HCSCo) of Ethiopia in a US$21m deal.
Sub-Saharan Africa the world’s last cement frontier Published by Nontando Zunga and Anthony Lopes-Pinto on 27 February 2011 Sub-Saharan Africa is the world’s last cement frontier, currently with a supply deficit of some 5 million tons per annum.
Dangote Group president outlines reasons for its investment in Zambia Published by Staff Writer on 17 January 2011 Zambia’s high level of urbanisation as well as the government’s efforts to reduce dependence on copper, has motivated Nigeria’s Dangote Group to build a cement factory in the country.
Cement in booming but SA firms in danger of losing out Published by Dianna Games on 29 November 2010 A quick survey of the cement industry in Africa north of the Limpopo suggests that contrary to South Africa’s post-World Cup blues, Africa is awash with construction plans, constrained only by a shortage of cement.
Rwanda: Demand for cement spurs need for increased production capacity Published by Staff Writer on 10 October 2010 A 700,000 tonne per annum cement plant is to be constructed in Rwanda to satisfy local demand for the building material which continues to be high.
Dangote Cement listing to provide foundation for NSE recovery? Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 9 September 2010 Reports coming out of Nigeria have confirmed that Nigeria’s stock exchange has approved the listing of Dangote Cement.
Sudan cement plant a ‘challenging’ project Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 July 2010 “Although we are accustomed to working in remote locations and to dealing with intense heat, the challenges at Takamol were compounded by the fact that the two banks of the Nile were only recently connected by a bridge.”
Property and cement set to remain good investments in East Africa Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 14 July 2010 A report by HassConsult states that Kenyan housing prices have largely remained stable even as the global economy struggled and the country experienced political turmoil at home.
Cement firm positive about Rwanda’s economy Published by Staff Writer on 25 May 2010 Tanzania-based Tanga Cement Company (TCC), which launched its operations in Rwanda last week, is positive about the country’s potential due to solid gross domestic product (GDP) growth and the low inflation rate.
