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Kenya: Cement Clinker Market 2025

Cement Clinker Market Size in Kenya

The Kenyan cement clinker market reduced remarkably to less than $X in 2022, with a decrease of 99.9% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, showed a noticeable setback. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Cement Clinker Production in Kenya

In value terms, cement clinker production expanded to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 54% against the previous year. Cement clinker production peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Cement Clinker Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2021, the amount of cement clinker exported from Kenya surged to X tons, rising by 467% on 2020. Overall, exports saw a significant increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, cement clinker exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports saw a significant expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Uganda (X tons) was the main destination for cement clinker exports from Kenya, with a 100% share of total exports. It was followed by Burundi (X tons), with less than 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Uganda stood at +422.8%.

In value terms, Uganda ($X) remains the key foreign market for cement clinker exports from Kenya, comprising 100% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Burundi ($X), with less than 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Uganda totaled +400.8%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cement clinker export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 4.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 15%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Burundi ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Uganda stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Uganda (-4.3%).

Cement Clinker Imports

Imports into Kenya

Cement clinker imports into Kenya dropped sharply to X tons in 2021, shrinking by -46.9% against 2020 figures. In general, imports saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 34%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cement clinker imports contracted remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 49% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Egypt (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of cement clinker to Kenya, with a 61% share of total imports. Moreover, cement clinker imports from Egypt exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Saudi Arabia (X tons), threefold. Oman (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Egypt stood at +105.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Saudi Arabia (-23.8% per year) and Oman (+39.1% per year).

In value terms, Egypt ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cement clinker to Kenya, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a 22% share of total imports. It was followed by Oman, with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Egypt totaled +111.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Saudi Arabia (-18.7% per year) and Oman (+43.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average cement clinker import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 41% against the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.5%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) and Egypt ($X per ton), while the price for Oman ($X per ton) and Saudi Arabia ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (+7.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cement clinker in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Turkey, Russia and China, together comprising 40% of global consumption. Bangladesh, India, Japan, the United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, Nigeria, Cote d'Ivoire, Ghana, Brazil and Australia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 25%.

What are the largest producers of cement clinker in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Turkey, Russia and Vietnam, together accounting for 45% of global production. India, Japan, Indonesia, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, South Korea, Iran, Spain and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.

What are the leading suppliers of cement clinker to Kenya?

In value terms, the largest cement clinker suppliers to Kenya were Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, together accounting for 71% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of cement clinker from Kenya?

In value terms, Uganda remains the key foreign market for cement clinker exports from Kenya, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Rwanda, with a 1.8% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for cement clinker in Kenya?

The average cement clinker export price stood at $54 per ton in 2021, which is down by -4.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cement clinker in Kenya?

The average cement clinker import price stood at $47 per ton in 2021, surging by 17% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cement clinker market in Kenya. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 23511100 - Cement clinker

Country coverage:

Kenya

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kenya
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024