Ethiopia: Tamiru Wondimagegn has been appointed as board chairman of Habesha Cement. He is a prominent lawyer and board member of Habesha Cement. He succeeds Gizaw Teklemariam, who previously worked in the oldest state owned cement factory, Mugher.
Habesha held elections for its board in late January 2013, following a reduction in board places from 12 to nine. The Ethiopian cement producer has also given three board of directors seats to two South African companies, International Development Corporation and Pretoria Portland Cement, which are credited for bringing in 49% equity to Habesha.