Simba Cement says Kenya’s new clinker plant to cut cost of production in Uganda

Simba Cement  has said it is banking on the newly launched clinker plant in West Pokot, Kenya, to reduce production costs for cement in Uganda.

In April, President William Ruto opened a $220 million clinker plant in Kenya’s West Pokot  with a daily production capacity of 6,000 tonnes making it one of the largest clinker plants in the region.

Addressing journalists on Monday, Edna Agwata, Simba Cement’s Sales Manager said the new clinker  plant’s proximity to their plant in Tororo will ensure reduced costs which will in turn see prices of cement go down.

“Our new clinker plant provides a unique logistical advantage, enabling us to pass on cost savings to customers while ensuring top-grade cement is readily available,” Agwata said.

“Our proximity to raw material sources plays a crucial role in our pricing strategy. The newly commissioned clinker plant, which is very near to our Tororo plant, ensures logistical efficiency, reduced transport costs, and an overall lower carbon footprint. This efficiency allows us to continue offering affordable cement without compromising quality.”

Officials said Simba Cement will continue to redefine Uganda's construction industry by offering top-quality cement at unmatched prices, setting a new standard for the sector, adding that the new clinker factor in Kenya will greatly contribute to this.

Heet Raval, Simba Cement’s Marketing Manager, highlighted the company’s strategy on the local market.

“Our focus has always been to offer high-quality cement at affordable prices without compromising quality. We believe that by supporting President Museveni’s vision of affordable housing, we contribute significantly to Uganda’s socio-economic growth,” Raal said.

“We are committed as Simba Cement to the government of Uganda and all Ugandan citizen to always provide cement at minimum affordable price to achieve their dreams to build their own houses The new clinker plant gives us a unique logistical advantage, allowing us to pass on cost savings to our customers while ensuring top-grade cement is readily available.”

According to officials, the company produces three main products including Simba Cement 32.5R CEM IV which is  ideal for all general-purpose applications such as housing and building construction, concrete work and domestic repairs, 32.5N CEM II designed for civil works, including large-scale projects like apartments and shopping malls and  Simba Power 42.5N for heavy-duty projects like bridges, roads, and high-rise buildings.