Niger’s leader, Abdourahamane Tchiani, has rolled out a sweeping reform to ease the cost of living, announcing a dramatic 50 percent reduction in cement prices across the country.
Under the new directive, the price of a bag of cement has plunged from 6,000 CFA to 2,750 CFA— a move aimed squarely at making housing more affordable for ordinary citizens.
In a bold push to stabilize the local market, the government has also imposed an immediate ban on cement exports, ensuring that domestic supply is prioritized.
At the same time, authorities have begun constructing new cement factories to ramp up production and strengthen Niger’s foothold in the industry.
Tchiani, underscoring the motive behind the sweeping changes, declared: “Make life easier for the people.”
The policy is expected to spark a construction boom, offering relief to builders and families alike while signaling a new economic direction focused on local empowerment and affordability.
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