Tanzania: The government has given cement producers eight days to reduce prices and improve the supply of cement following weeks of shortages. The directive was issued on 19 August 2026 after the Ministry of Industry and Trade summoned cement producers to an urgent meeting to address the issue. The shortages have been attributed to reduced production at cement plants due to maintenance issues, increased demand and higher costs across the distribution chain.
Tanzanian cement producers given eight days to reduce prices and improve supplies
