Leaders criticise Lafarge over Africa cement business as Dangote expands regional footprint

Intrigues in the cement manufacturing business in Africa came to the forefront during the Lamu refinery groundbreaking ceremony, with leaders laying the blame at the doorstep of former French investor Lafarge. Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo said the company’s investment in Africa was not done in good faith, while President William Ruto celebrated the takeover of the industry by Kenyans and East Africans in the country. Brenda Wanga reports.