Dangote Cement Cameroon has announced plans to double its production capacity in the country by 2028, in a major expansion push aimed at tapping into rising demand from infrastructure development and the construction sector.
The company, a subsidiary of Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote’s pan African cement empire, plans to increase annual output from 1.5 million tons to 3 million tons, strengthening its position in one of Central Africa’s fast growing cement markets. (businessincameroon.com)
As part of the strategy, the firm has introduced a new product known as Dangote BlocMaster, officially launched on June 18 in Douala. The product is packaged in 50 kilogram bags and is designed specifically for professional block manufacturers and masonry applications.
Company officials say the 42.5R grade cement has been engineered to meet high performance standards, particularly in terms of strength, rapid setting and productivity. The aim is to improve efficiency for block makers while also enhancing construction quality and reducing risks associated with building failures.
According to Bertrand Mbouck, managing director of Dangote Cement Cameroon, the new product reflects the company’s focus on addressing local construction needs with tailored solutions.
He explained that BlocMaster was developed to deliver “the highest requirements in terms of productivity, strength, rapid setting, and improved yield for block manufacturers,” adding that it also helps improve safety standards in the construction sector.
The introduction of BlocMaster means Dangote Cement Cameroon now has three products in its local portfolio. The company is positioning the new offering as a competitive tool in a market heavily driven by ongoing construction activity and infrastructure expansion.
Industry analysts note that Cameroon’s cement sector is benefiting from increased government and private sector investment in roads, housing, and public infrastructure. Urbanisation and population growth are also contributing to sustained demand for building materials across the country.
Dangote Cement’s expansion plan reflects a broader trend among African industrial players seeking to localise production and reduce reliance on imports while capturing value from regional construction booms.
However, the company operates in a competitive environment where multiple regional and international cement producers are also vying for market share. Price competition, distribution networks and energy costs remain key factors shaping profitability in the sector.
Despite these challenges, Dangote Cement continues to maintain a strong presence across several African markets, leveraging economies of scale and integrated supply chains to remain competitive.
The planned capacity increase to 3 million tons by 2028 signals confidence in Cameroon’s long term construction outlook and suggests that infrastructure development will remain a major driver of industrial growth in the country.
As governments across Africa continue to prioritise roads, housing and industrial projects, cement demand is expected to remain a critical indicator of economic activity, placing companies like Dangote Cement at the centre of the continent’s development trajectory.
