Freetown, April 1, 2025 – The Government of Sierra Leone, through the Ministry of Trade and Industry, has announced new transportation-adjusted retail prices for cement following discussions with key stakeholders in the transport and trade sectors.
The decision was reached after a collaborative meeting between the Ministry of Trade and Industry, the Ministry of Transport and Aviation, the Sierra Leone Drivers Union, and the Sierra Leone Transport Owners Association.
The updated prices, effective immediately, reflect transportation costs across different districts in the country.
“The government is committed to ensuring fair pricing and stability in the cement market,” the Ministry of Trade and Industry stated. “This review takes into account the cost of transportation, and we urge all stakeholders to comply with these agreed prices.”
Under the new pricing structure, a 50kg bag of imported cement will retail at SLL 170.00 in Western Urban and SLL 190.00 in districts such as Karene, Pujehun, and Mattru. Meanwhile, LEOCEM 32.5R cement will be sold at SLL 155.00 in Western Urban and SLL 175.00 in areas with higher transportation costs.
The full price list, reflecting district-specific adjustments, is as follows:
| District | 50kg Imported Cement (SLL) | 50kg LEOCEM 32.5R (SLL) |
|—————|———————|—————–|
| Bo | 178.00 | 163.00 |
| Kenema | 179.00 | 164.00 |
| Kono | 179.00 | 164.00 |
| Makeni | 176.00 | 161.00 |
| Kabala | 181.00 | 166.00 |
| Port Loko | 178.50 | 163.50 |
| Kailahun | 182.50 | 167.50 |
| Mattru | 190.00 | 175.00 |
| Kambia | 183.00 | 168.00 |
| Karene | 190.00 | 175.00 |
| Pujehun | 190.00 | 175.00 |
| Moyamba | 180.00 | 165.00 |
| Tonkolili | 178.00 | 163.00 |
| Mile 91 | 178.00 | 163.00 |
| Western Urban | 170.00 | 155.00 |
| Western Rural | 170.00 | 155.00 |
The Ministry emphasized that these prices are subject to periodic reviews based on changes in cost-driving indicators such as transportation and production expenses.
“We will continue to monitor the market and make necessary adjustments to ensure affordability for consumers while maintaining fair business practices,” the Ministry added.
The government is calling on the private sector and the general public to adhere to the new pricing structure and report any cases of price manipulation or non-compliance to the relevant authorities.
I thanks the government for his great job in reduction cement price.
But please let be toll line for call if any one who do not sell by the state price above should be hold responsibility