Key Market Indicators
Cement imports in Zimbabwe are expected to reach nearly $6 million by 2026. This growth of 1.1% each year on average is slightly slower than the previous five-year period. In 2021, Zimbabwe was ranked 118th in the world with imports totaling $5.3 million. The Central African Republic came in ahead of Zimbabwe at $5.3 million, while the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and China ranked 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, respectively. Cement exports from Zimbabwe have been growing rapidly in recent years. In 2018, exports reached nearly $3.9 million, a 434.3% increase compared to 2017. Since 2000, however, exports have decreased by 29% year on year. In 2018, Zimbabwe was ranked 85th in the world with exports totaling $3.9 million. Samoa overtook Zimbabwe with exports of $3.9 million, while Canada, Germany, and the United Arab Emirates took the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th spots, respectively.
