Cement is the backbone of Africa’s infrastructure and economic development, yet its price varies dramatically across the continent.
From Nigeria to Kenya, Egypt to South Africa, factors such as production capacity, import reliance, government policies, and currency fluctuations create a complex p
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Muhammed Akanji & Prisca Ezeyinwa
Muhammad A. Akanji is a Senior Research Fellow and Data analyst at BusinessDay Media with over a decade of experience and a keen focus on Nigeria’s macroeconomy, public finance, and development reform analytics. His writing examines the intersection of data, governance, and inclusive growth, with published analyses spanning monetary policy, fiscal transparency, and social-sector resilience.
His articles provide a thought-provoking angle to socio-economic issues for private-sector executives, development practitioners, and civic organisations on navigating Nigeria’s rapidly evolving economic landscape. A keen observer of geopolitical trends and domestic policy shifts, Akanji brings a data-driven, evidence-rich approach to storytelling; bridging complex economic realities with clear, accessible insight for decision-makers and the informed public.
