Whale Rock Cement's proposed acquisition of Ohorongo sparks monopoly concerns

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2025-06-06

WINDHOEK, 06 June 2025 - Namibian Competition Commission CEO Vitalis Ndalikokule. (Photo by: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA

WINDHOEK, 06 JUN (NAMPA) – Whale Rock Cement’s attempt to acquire Schwenk Namibia, the producer of Cheetah Cement, is facing strong opposition from stakeholders who fear it could create a monopoly in the local cement industry.
On Thursday, the Namibian Competition Commission (NaCC) held a stakeholder meeting to gather information about the proposed acquisition of the parent company of Ohorongo Cement.
NaCC Chief Executive Officer Vitalis Ndalikok...

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WINDHOEK, 06 June 2025 - Managing Director of Ohorongo Cement, Hans-Wilhelm Schutte (Photo by: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA

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