Africa & The Middle East

Holcim has closed the divestment of its business in Kenya through a sale to Amsons Group of its entire 58.6% stake in Bamburi Cement Limited, resulting in cash proceeds of more than US$100 million for Holcim.

The World Cement Association (WCA) has published a landmark white paper authored by its CEO, Ian Riley, analysing the long-term outlook for global cement and clinker demand.

This strategic partnership marks a significant step in Vortex Global’s mission to expand its reach and offer cutting-edge solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of customers across Africa.

Holcim has signed an agreement with Huaxin Cement Ltd to sell its entire 83.81% shareholding in Lafarge Africa PLC, at an equity value of US$1 billion on a 100% basis.

The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) has launched its international definitions for low carbon cement and concrete.

Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) and its members call for governments and policymakers around the world to help the sector achieve its key decarbonisation goals through implementing key enabling policies.

AVIC International Beijing, in collaboration with Humboldt Wedag GmbH (KHD), has been awarded an order from Ciments de l'Afrique (CIMAF) to build a state-of-the-art 900 tpd clay calcination plant in Burkina Faso.

In a move to enhance its sustainability efforts, Dangote Cement Plc has unveiled a series of initiatives focused on reducing carbon emissions and promoting social responsibility.

Cemex was recognised for its innovative work with the VeryNile initiative in Egypt and placed in the 24th position out of 52 ranked companies.

Votorantim Cimentos has signed an agreement for the full sale of its partnership in Morocco with all assets located in the country to Heidelberg Materials.

Future notes will finance general corporate purposes, including sustainable projects and decarbonisation efforts towards TITAN’s transition to net zero emissions.

Votorantim Cimentos has signed an agreement for the total sale of its assets located in Tunisia to Sinoma Cement Co., Ltd.

The accolade from TIME magazine places TITAN among only three cement companies globally to be included in this list, underscoring the company’s enduring commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

An agreement has been signed by the UN’s Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) and the GCCA to work together on decarbonising the cement and concrete industry around the globe.

Dr S B Hegde provides an overview of some of the solutions the cement industry has available to face current challenges.