Ohorongo Cement — cement producer that merged with Cheetah Cement with ministerial approval in 2026, subject to operational conditions.
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Windhoek Observer
Ohorongo Cement said it will not retrench employees following approval of its merger with Cheetah Cement
“Allexer Namundjembo Ohorongo Cement has said that it will not retrench employees following the approval of its merger with Schwenk Namibia's Cheetah Cement, although some operational changes, including staff relocation, are expected.”
Ohorongo-Cheetah Cement merger approved with conditionsThe Namibian
Ohorongo Cement partnered to finance 532 houses countrywide at cost of N$26.5 million
“"I am informed that, through private sector funding, the partnership between Ohorongo Cement, FNB and the Pupkewitz Foundation has financed the construction of 532 houses countrywide at a cost of N$26.5 million," he said.”
Shack Dwellers Federation builds 536 homes worth N$23.6m through private partnershipsThe Namibian
Ohorongo Cement received support from Otavi Town Council and government fiscal incentives when established
“When Ohorongo Cement was established, it received support from the Otavi Town Council and fiscal incentives from the government.”
Ohorongo Sale Must Balance People and ProfitThe Namibia Competition Commission has objected to the proposed acquisition of Schwenk Namibia by West China Cement (Whale Rock Cement), based on stakeholder input and competition law concerns including market concentration.
18 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Namibia Competition Commission has objected to the proposed acquisition of Schwenk Namibia by West China Cement (Whale Rock Cement), based on stakeholder input and competition law concerns including market concentration.
18 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Construction Industries Federation of Namibia has called for the Ohorongo-Cheetah cement merger to be withdrawn following Industries, Mines and Energy Minister Modestus Amutse's decision to overturn the Namibia Competition Commission's block on the transaction, warning it threatens competition, local contractors, and SMEs despite conditions aimed at preventing job losses and preserving production.
13 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Ohorongo Cement says its merger with Schwenk Namibia's Cheetah Cement, approved with conditions by the minister of industries, mines and energy, will not result in job losses but will involve staff relocation from Otjiwarongo to Otavi and increased local ownership requirements.
3 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Shack Dwellers Federation of Namibia has built more than 530 houses valued at over N$23 million over the past decade through partnerships with FNB Namibia, the Pupkewitz Foundation and Ohorongo Cement, with a further 60 homes planned for the coming year in selected urban centres.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Construction Industries Federation of Namibia's Golf Classic takes place on 24 April at Windhoek Golf Club, featuring a Two-Ball Alliance format with prizes valued at approximately N$163 000 for top teams. The event, presented by Hardrock Earthworks and supported by major sponsors, combines competitive golf with networking for industry leaders and business professionals.
16 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Construction Industries Federation's annual Golf Classic is scheduled for 24 April 2026 at Windhoek Golf Club, with Hardrock Earthworks as naming rights sponsor and support from other industry partners. The event aims to bring together contractors, suppliers and business leaders in a two-ball alliance format, with team registrations at N$10 000 and prizes valued at approximately N$163 000.
15 April 2026 · New Era →
Cheetah Cement plans to close operations and retrench approximately 87 employees by 15 April, citing sustained financial losses, regional import restrictions, and a blocked merger attempt with Ohorongo Cement. The Namibian Competition Commission refused the merger in July 2025, and the company says it has been loss-making for eight years; the union is negotiating to find alternatives to the retrenchments.
22 March 2026 · The Namibian →