Africa’s leading cement manufacturer, Dangote Cement Plc, has unveiled plans to commission a new grinding plant in Côte d’Ivoire by the third quarter of 2025.
The facility, which will have a production capacity of 3 million metric tonnes per annum (Mta), is part of the company’s ongoing strategy to expand its footprint across the continent.
This development, according to a Business Insider Africa report, aligns with Dangote Cement’s broader pan-African growth initiative aimed at boosting regional trade and reducing dependency on imports. The new plant is expected to significantly enhance the company’s production and export capabilities in West Africa.
According to the company’s Group Managing Director, Arvind Pathak, export volumes from Nigeria surged by 18.2% in the latest reporting period, with clinker shipments reaching key markets such as Ghana and Cameroon.
“This growth highlights the importance of our cross-border operations and our commitment to achieving self-sufficiency across African markets,” Pathak stated.
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The company also emphasized its focus on operational efficiency and sustainability.
As part of its cost-optimization strategy, Dangote Cement began deploying 1,600 compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered trucks earlier this year. These vehicles are expected to lower logistics expenses while contributing to environmental conservation.
In a strong financial showing, the company recently reported its most significant profit growth in nearly six years. This was driven by a stable Naira and rising cement prices across key markets.
Dangote Cement currently operates in more than 10 African countries, with a total installed capacity of 48.6 million metric tonnes per annum.
Nigeria accounts for 32.3 Mt/a of this capacity, while the remaining 16.3 Mt/a is distributed across countries, including Ethiopia, Cameroon, South Africa, the Republic of Congo, Tanzania, and Ghana.
Additionally, the company resumed construction earlier this year on an $800 million plant in Itori, Ogun State, Nigeria. The upcoming facility—expected to be completed by November 2026—will add another 6 Mt/a to Dangote’s capacity.
This expansion drive reinforces Dangote Cement’s status as Africa’s largest cement producer and a key player in the continent’s industrial development.
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