Following a commitment from its parent company, Kalahari Cement will invest $200 million (Sh26 billion) as part of EAPC Modernization Plan to triple its capacity. This therefore implies that East African Portland Cement (EAPC) will undergo a major renovation of its production facilities.

Immediately, after one year passed Amsons Group, the parent company of Kalahari Cement, made an announcement of a Sh52 billion investment in Bamburi Cement. Bamburi Cement is another of its subsidiaries in Kenya.

Amsons Group Bigger Investment Plan

Despite the facts that the company is currently the leading player in local cement manufacturing in Kenya, Amsons Group foresees to invest up to Ksh78 billion in the two companies over the coming years. This comes as Amsons Group seeks to increase production and solidify its position in the cement market in the region.

The manufacturer is expected to install a new energy-efficient clinkerisation plant as part of the Sh26 billion earmarked for EAPC.

EAPC’s Production Capacity

EAPC, which is famous for the Blue Triangle cement brand, currently possesses an installed capacity of 1.3 million tonnes annually.

In the cominng three years, the installed production capacity is to be increase to four million tonnes of cement per year.

The pan-African manufacturing and energy company Amsons Group owns Kalahari Cement which is a locally incorporated investment firm. Furthermore, Amsons Group recently completed its bid majbuy the majority of EAPC via Kalahari Cement.

Amsons Group to Conduct More Business in the Country

As a result of the government’s directive to make significant investments in infrastructure projects via the establishment of the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF), the conglomerate is considering conducting even more business in the country.

The money will support government investments in public infrastructure, which include roads, railroads, ports, airports, energy production and transmission, and industries.

Overview of Cement Production in Kenya

Cement production increased from 8.1 million metric tonnes during the same period in 2024 to 9.5 million metric tonnes in the first eleven months of 2025, according to the most recent Kenya National Bureau of Statistics Leading Economic Indicators report.

Similarly, compared to 7.8 million metric tonnes during the same period in 2024, cement consumption increased to 9.3 million metric tonnes during the first eleven months of 2025.

While visiting EAPC’s integrated manufacturing facility in Kitengela, Kajiado County, Amsons Group Managing Director Edha Nahdi verified the Sh26 billion infusion.

“Plans are at an advanced stage to facilitate investments valued at more than Sh26 billion (USD 200 million) to support the strategic business turnaround and modernisation of EAPC’s manufacturing infrastructure,” he said.

EAPC Modernization Plan Factsheet

Project Name: East African Portland Cement (EAPC) Strategic Turnaround & Modernization.

Parent Company: Amsons Group (via its investment firm, Kalahari Cement).

Direct EAPC Investment: $200 Million

Current Capacity: 1.3 million tonnes per year.

Target Capacity: 4 million tonnes per year.

Key Upgrade: Installation of a new energy-efficient clinkerisation plant.

Facility Location: Integrated manufacturing plant in Kitengela, Kajiado County, Kenya.