Dangote Cement Expands Footprint with Launch of New $160 Million Plant in Ivory Coast
Dangote Cement Plc has officially inaugurated its new cement plant in Attingué, located about 30 kilometres from Abidjan, Ivory Coast, marking a major milestone in its pan-African expansion drive.
According to a company statement released on Sunday, the launch was formally announced on Wednesday by Serge Gbotta, Managing Director of Dangote Cement Ivory Coast, during an event at Novotel Abidjan-Marcory.
Spanning 50 hectares, the new facility boasts a production capacity of 3 million tonnes per year, making it one of Dangote Cement’s largest plants outside Nigeria. The project, valued at 100 billion CFA francs (approximately $160 million), underscores Aliko Dangote’s vision of building a self-sufficient Africa that adds value to its natural resources rather than relying heavily on imports.
“This strategic project embodies Aliko Dangote’s vision of a self-sufficient Africa capable of transforming its resources into world-class finished products,” the statement read.
With the new plant, Ivory Coast becomes the 11th African nation to host a Dangote Cement production facility. The group now boasts a total installed capacity of 55 million tonnes per annum across the continent.
The company noted that the Attingué facility will create over 1,000 direct and indirect jobs, providing significant opportunities for young people and supporting local small and medium enterprises in sectors such as transport, construction, retail, and supply chain management.
At the plant’s commissioning, Serge Gbotta reaffirmed the company’s dedication to supporting Ivory Coast’s growth and infrastructure development.
“Our ambition is clear: to offer Ivorians internationally-standard cement, produced locally, at a competitive price,” he said.
“The Attingué plant is not just an industrial unit; it is a symbol of confidence in the future of Ivory Coast and a commitment to sustainable development alongside local communities.”
Dangote Cement continues to strengthen its presence across Africa, with operations in countries including Ethiopia, Senegal, Tanzania, Ghana, Cameroon, Zambia, South Africa, Congo, and now Ivory Coast — reaffirming its position as the continent’s largest cement producer.
