Government Intervention to Create Favorable Business Environment for Cement Supply

TLDR

• The government has given cement manufacturers seven days to submit proposals to address shortages and high prices of cement.
• This directive was issued by Amb. Waziri Salum, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
• The meeting took place in Dodoma to discuss the factors contributing to the cement shortage and rising prices.
• Amb. Salum emphasized the need for a sustainable solution that balances the interests of manufacturers, traders, and consumers.
• Manufacturers are expected to identify challenges affecting cement production, prices, and availability during this period.