Nairobi — East African Portland Cement Company has raised the price of its Blue Triangle cement by Sh10 per bag, citing rising raw material costs.

In a notice to customers, the firm said the adjustment affects its 50kg bag of Portland Pozzolanic Cement (CEM IV 32.5) and took effect on March 11, translating to a 1.39 percent increase in the ex-factory price.

"Due to the continuous surge in raw materials prices, we will be revising our prices upwards by KES 10 per bag with effect from 11th March 2026," the company said.

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The cement maker said the revision was necessary as input costs continue to rise across the construction materials value chain.

The price adjustment comes months after a major ownership shift at the Nairobi Securities Exchange-listed company following the entry of a new strategic investor.

In November last year, investment vehicle Kalahari Cement Ltd, a subsidiary of Tanzania's Amsons Group, completed the acquisition of a 29.2 percent stake in the cement manufacturer in a deal valued at about Sh718 million.

The shares were acquired from Associated International Cement Limited and Cementia Holding AG at Sh27.30 per share, positioning the new investor among the largest shareholders in the company.

Founded in 1933, East African Portland Cement is one of Kenya's oldest cement manufacturers and produces cement under the Blue Triangle brand.

The company faces stiff competition in the market from rivals including Bamburi Cement PLC and Savannah Cement, as demand in the construction sector fluctuates alongside infrastructure and real estate activity.