Mauritania: Nouakchott is experiencing a ‘severe’ cement shortage, according to local press. This has led to disruption for construction workers, who have reportedly had to wait for days without work. The reason for the shortage is unknown. Traders have speculated that it may be due to electricity shortages that are affecting cement plants. Other construction materials are also affected. Cement is reportedly almost ‘non-existent’ in the market, with available quantities not enough to meet demand.
Mauritania hit by cement shortage
