Dangote Cement has officially begun operations at its new state-of-the-art plant in Attingué, Côte d’Ivoire, marking another major stride in the company’s African expansion.
The facility, situated approximately 30 kilometers from Abidjan, spans 50 hectares of land and boasts an annual production capacity of 3 million metric tonnes, making it one of the largest cement plants outside Nigeria.
During the launch at Novotel Abidjan-Marcory, Managing Director Serge Gbotta described the project—valued at 100 billion CFA francs, as a vote of confidence in Côte d’Ivoire’s industrial future. “This plant is a symbol of our faith in Africa’s growth and our commitment to empowering local industries,” he said.
L – R: Sales and Marketing Director, Stephane Tchimou; Legal and Compliance Director, Francophone Africa, Romina Orlando; Human Resources Director, Chijioke Nwobi; Dangote Cement Ivory Coast CEO, Serge Gbotta; and Plant Director, Loius Raj.
The Attingué plant, now Dangote’s 11th in Africa, will create over 1,000 direct and indirect jobs, foster skills training through the Dangote Academy, and reduce the country’s dependence on imported cement. Commercial Director Stéphane Tchimou added that the company would support local retailers with credit facilities and distribution networks.
Chairman Aliko Dangote reaffirmed the group’s mission: “Africa’s story must be one of production and progress.” The new facility will serve as a key hub for regional trade, producing premium cement for both domestic and export markets.
Dangote Cement in Côte d’Ivoire
Dangote Cement in Côte d’Ivoire
Dangote Cement in Côte d’Ivoire
Dangote Cement in Côte d’Ivoire
Dangote Cement in Côte d’Ivoire
Dangote Cement in Côte d’Ivoire
Dangote Cement in Côte d’Ivoire
