Dangote Cement has declared the selection of new Managing Director for the company, Onne Van der Weijde. He in this role will report to the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Dangote Cement. The appointment is in furtherance of the implementation of strategies put in place to drive operational efficiency, support its ambitious growth strategies and delivering shareholder value Van der Weijde who joined with a wealth of experience working as the Managing Director of Ambuja Cement India will make sure strategic, operational and brand synergies are maintained, at the same time as emphasizing renewed management focus on all customer segments.

He professionally worked to improve the profit and consolidation of the business. He was in addition accountable for the acquisition, growth in marketing and sales of Ambuja Cement.