Dangote Plans to End Africa’s Dependence on Fertilizer Imports

Category: Agriculture |

Aliko Dangote has announced a $2.5 billion expansion of his fertilizer plant near Lagos. His goal is to make Africa self-sufficient in fertilizer production within 40 months and become a major exporter.

🔹 Project Highlights:

Expansion of production to 4 million tons/year

Reduced reliance on imports

Support for African farmers and economies

The plan addresses Africa’s foreign exchange challenges by producing locally and exporting across the continent.