Some cement dealers have expressed concern over a shortage of certain cement brands on the market, saying the situation is disrupting their operations.
The shortage has been attributed to a scarcity of clinker, a key raw material used in cement production.
Over the past two to four weeks, cement brands such as Sol Cement, Empire Cement, and Dzata Cement have seen a dip in supply.
This shortage coincides with a recent price hike of GH¢9 across all cement brands driven by increased port charges.
Retailers report that they have not received new stock from suppliers who attribute the delay to difficulties in sourcing clinker.
As a result of the shortage, customers looking for these brands are often turned away, leading to lost revenue and operational setbacks for dealers.
Augustine Edufo, a cement retailer with over 10 years of experience in the industry, expressed his frustration with the ongoing shortage.
“Sometimes, you go and pay, and they tell you that there is a shortage. I went and paid two weeks ago and when I called, they asked me to wait for another week or two.
“The issue is that they don’t have clinker which is key for their production.”
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