The 60 billion cement and clinker factory located in Figuil-Garoua has been officially commissioned by Prime Minister and Head of Government, Chief Dr Joseph Dion Ngute.
The factory is expected to step up the yearly production of cement in Cameroon to the tune of 500,000 tons.
Speaking as he commissioned the factory, Thursday 12th June 2025, Joseph Dion Ngute said the factory will help Cameroon to reduce its import of clinker needed for the production of cement.
"This factory will go a long way to reduce imports of clinker which is an important element in cement fabrication thereby improving the production of cement in Cameroon." The Head of Government said.
The Head of Government also said the construction of the factory is a testament of the good relationship that exist between President Paul Biya and the people of the North which is made evident by the construction of the Regional hospital in Garoua and the finalization of negotiation with the Islamic Development Bank finance the rehabilitation of the Ngoundere-Garoua stretch of road. He said " This modern facility is just one of the several benefits the people of the North have enjoyed from their relationship with President Paul Biya. We think of the Garoua Regional hospital, the imminent rehabilitation of the Ngoundere-Garoua road and many other infrastructural projects that have been carried out in the North Region"
Speaking to the press shortly after the ceremony the Director General of the factory Xavier le grand said it is coming to step up the production capacity of cement in the country. He said " This factory will increase the production capacity of the country to 500,000 tons of cement yearly. So it will supply cement in all the Northern regions and even export to Chad.
Creation of Jobs
The establishment of the new Cimencam factory is expected to generate employment opportunities for numerous Cameroonian youths, with reports suggesting it could potentially employ close to 1,000 young Cameroonians
Market
The plant aims to cover the needs of the three Northern regions of Cameroon, as well as border countries such as Chad and the Central African Republic.
Investment
The project involves a significant investment, with over 60 billion CFA Francs allocated for the new integrated factory, which will strengthen Cimencam's product offering and increase production capacity.
The plant's launch is expected to have a positive impact on the local economy and help tackle soaring cement prices in Cameroon. In fact, the price of cement has experienced significant hikes over the years, but the increased production capacity is expected to lead to a reduction in prices.
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