Inflation in Ghana is a major challenge. The Ghana cedi has not been stable over the years. This has affected Cement prices in Ghana.

The demand for Cement also keeps rising pushing the prices high. The government’s move to control the prices of cement has proved futile.
You will need cement to build your house. The Government also relies on cement to undertake developmental projects.

This shows the significance of cement in the construction industry and building the nation in general.

Most of the cement produced in Ghana is locally used and some are exported to other African countries. This article gives a detailed breakdown of cement prices in Ghana. But first, let’s look at the various cement companies operating in Ghana.

Cement Companies in Ghana

There are a variety of old and new cement companies operating in Ghana. Most are located in Tema in the Greater Accra and Takoradi in the Western region.

The Cement market in Ghana is competitive. There are different cement manufacturers both locally owned and foreign. This competition ensures that these companies manufacture cement of the highest quality.

It is advisable to purchase quality cement for all your construction works. Some of the main cement manufacturing companies in Ghana are;

GHACEM: Ghacem is the pioneer in cement manufacturing in Ghana built in 1967. They partner with Norcem As of Norway to boost their cement manufacturing efforts.

Most of the development projects of the Government are built with GHACEM cement. Most of the best road construction companies in Ghana use GHACEM. GHACEM  has built factories in Tema and Takoradi where they manufacture high-grade cement.

Diamond Cement Ghana Limited(DCGL): Diamond Cement is also one oldest Cement producing companies in Ghana. The company commenced official functions in Ghana in 2002.

Diamond Cement is an Indian company that initially produced 700,000 quantities of cement annually. Their production quantity has now increased to about 1.8 million annually. Their main station is in Aflao in the Volta region.

Dangote Cement: They are considered among the top cement manufacturing companies in Ghana and Africa at large with branches in about 10 African countries like Cameroon, Ethiopia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Africa, and Tanzania.

The company was inaugurated in Nigeria in 1992. Famous Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote owns it. They don’t produce cement in Ghana like other local cement manufacturing companies.

Their already-made cement is brought in from Nigeria and packaged for sale when it arrives here in Ghana.

CIMAF Ghana: Their cement production quantity is about 1 million every year.CIMAF originated in Morocco and continues to grow in Ghana and Africa at Large.

Dzata Cement: They produce quality Portland cement suitable for all building works. Dzata Cement is a source of employment for most Ghanaians and is owned by famous Ghanaian businessman Ibrahim Mahama.

Apart from the popular cement manufacturing companies mentioned above, there are other less-known ones. Examples Persmafix Industries, CBI Ghana Limited, Durachem Ghana, and Western Diamond Cement Limited. All these companies manufacture quality cement for local construction and real estate developers in Ghana.

Cement prices in Ghana.

There are a lot of factors that go into the pricing of cement in Ghana. You can get a discount on the cement price if you purchase many bags. Some cements have higher ratings than others hence the price will be higher. Below is a table showing the various cement companies in Ghana and their prices as of March 2024.

Name of Cement Company	Quantity	Price range
GHACEM Cement	50kg	GH¢70 to GH¢90
Dangote Cement	50kg	GH¢50 to GH¢85
CIMAF Cement	50kg	GH¢38 to GH¢42
Diamond Cement	50kg	GH¢40 to GH¢50
Dzata Cement	50kg	GH¢46 to GH¢85

The table above indicates that the well-known cement brands in Ghana are Ghacem, Dangote, Cimaf, Diamond, And Dzata Cement.

The lowest cement price in Ghana currently is between GH¢38 to GH¢40 cedis which used to be between GH¢35 to GH¢40 in 2023 for 50kg cement.

Prices of commodities in general are not static. Always get the current price of cement from the domestic representatives of these companies.

Factors To Consider When Buying Cement in Ghana.

In selecting a particular cement for your building project, it is important to take note of certain characteristics the cement comes with. Some of these characteristics include:

1. Name of the manufacturer: You have to consider the cement manufacturer who is well-known and trusted. Some popular cement manufacturers in Ghana are GHACEM, Dangote Cement, CIMA, Diamond Cement, and Djata Cement.
2. Consider the grade: Buy from cement manufacturers with a track record of producing high-grade cement and are tried and tested. Low-grade cement can destroy your building.
3. Compare prices and check the expiry date of cement: Most cement companies give discounts based on the number of bags you purchase. The grade of the Cement also influences the price. For instance, cement from GHACEM is the most expensive. This is because of their history of producing high-grade cement over the years. Compare cement prices to find the one that best suits your budget. Also, check the cement for the expiry date. This ensures you purchase pure cement.