Bolivia: Privately-owned cement producer Bolivian Cement Society (SOBOCE) has filed a formal complaint against Bolivia’s government before the Andean Community (CAN) for an alleged violation of the principle of fair national treatment. SOBOCE alleges that ‘privileges’ were granted to the National Cement Factory (FANCESA) over its private competitors by the Supreme Court of Justice. Additionally, SOBOCE requested that while the complaint is being resolved, the collection of US$62m related to a fine for alleged unfair competition be suspended.

SOBOCE's statement read “We have formally submitted a complaint to the General Secretary of the Andean Community against the Plurinational State of Bolivia for breaking legal security and for discriminatory treatment against a sub-regional investor. This is not just a simple commercial dispute; it is a complaint about how some within the Bolivian judicial system have manipulated the laws to suffocate foreign private investment.”

Oman/Somalia: Raysut Cement has renewed its distribution agreement with Barwaaqo Cement in Somalia, for an estimated value of US$49m. The agreement is reportedly expected to contribute to improved production capacity and increased financial returns. It is valid from 15 September 2026 to 14 September 2027. The two companies signed a similar agreement on 9 November 2025, which was valid until 14 September 2026.

Cyprus: Vassiliko Cement will hold an extraordinary general meeting in which it will seek approval for a share buyback on 29 October 2026. The Cyprus Mail newspaper has reported that the proposed buyback involves the purchase of up to 10% of issued share capital and would proceed over a period of 12 months.

Senegal: RIGA has announced the completion of a Loesche cement mill upgrade at one of Dangote Cement’s plants in Senegal. The project involved a comprehensive mechanical and hydraulic upgrade, including complete replacement of three S-Rollers, replacement of three master roller tyres; mill liners; dam ring and central plate, manufacture and installation of a complete hydraulic system for the S-Rollers and an installation of new hydraulic lines and piping. RIGA said that the project required detailed planning, heavy mechanical works, precision installation, hydraulic system integration and close coordination with the plant team to ensure safe and efficient execution.