Dangote Cement Profit Surges 174% Across Africa in H1 2025

Dangote Cement Plc, Africa’s largest cement producer owned by Aliko Dangote, reported record profit growth in 2025 driven by a stable naira, higher cement prices, and favorable energy mix. The company’s net income more than tripled to 309 billion naira ($202 million) in the second quarter, and profit after tax rose 174% to 520.5 billion naira in the first half of the year, despite a slight decline in sales volumes. Revenue increased due to strong domestic demand and government infrastructure projects like the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway. Cost control initiatives, including investments in cheaper energy sources and acquisition of CNG trucks, significantly improved profit margins by lowering production costs below inflation levels. Aliko Dangote retired as chairman to focus on his refinery and petrochemical businesses, with leadership transitioning to Emmanuel Ikazoboh and Mariya Dangote joining the board. The company continues to expand capacity with a new plant slated for completion in 2026 and maintains its position as a key driver of Nigeria's transformation from a major cement importer to a leading exporter in Africa.