Rwanda: Cement prices dip as supplier numbers increase in market

While the demand for cement has risen since last year as the government embarked on construction and renovation of schools, this is coming to an end as the number of players increase, alongside travel restrictions against coronavirus mean fewer buyers. PHOTO | FILE

What you need to know:

  • The price of cement is dropping thanks to rising competition in the sector welcoming more cement companies to the market.
  • A min-survey has established that a 50 kg bag of 32.5 N-grade, the prime cement is down to Rwf9,500 at retailers’ shops from Rwf10,000 in December.