A new strategic cooperation agreement between Dangote Group and China’s XCMG Construction Machinery Co. Ltd is set to enhance infrastructure delivery, industrial capacity and sustainable project development across Africa.
The agreement, disclosed in a press statement released by Dangote Group and seen by Nairametrics, outlines plans for cooperation across multiple sectors including mining, petrochemicals, building materials, agriculture and infrastructure construction. Both companies aim to leverage their respective strengths to drive joint growth and long-term value creation on the continent.
Under this partnership, XCMG is expected to support Dangote Group through its established African sales and service network. The Chinese equipment manufacturer will also facilitate Dangote personnel’s visit to China and provide logistical support to support project execution.
According to the statement, XCMG will deploy a dedicated project team to develop integrated equipment and service solutions for the Dangote project, with a particular focus on open pit mining, petrochemicals, building materials and agro-processing.
Dangote Group noted that sustainability and innovation form a core part of the agreement. XCMG will support Dangote’s major projects by providing complete equipment solutions, new energy technologies, and intelligent systems expertise. The companies also plan to jointly develop electrical equipment, promote environmentally friendly project standards, reduce carbon emissions and reduce operating costs.
“This agreement sets out a framework for close cooperation based on mutual trust and common development goals. Subject to applicable laws and policies, both parties will mutually grant preferential consideration in projects arising from the partnership,” the statement said.
The agreement is in line with Dangote Group’s broader strategy to deepen Africa’s industrial base through global partnerships, while supporting XCMG’s ambitions to expand its footprint and service offering across Africa.
In recent years, Dangote Group has entered into several international partnerships to expand its business scope. In August 2025, Dangote Industries signed a memorandum of understanding with Japan’s Mitsui Chemicals for joint production of petrochemical products in Nigeria. The agreement includes technology transfer for resins and fertilizers using feedstock from Dangote’s Lagos refinery (650,000 barrels per day).
Mr. Aliko Dangote, President/CE of Dangote Group (3rd from left). Mr. Yang Dongsheng (second from the right), chairman of Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group. XCMG Vice President Hanson Liew (right), Dangote Group Group Chief Economist Dr. Hassan Mahmoud (second from left) and Dangote Group Project Director Mathur Raghav (left).In the same month, Dangote Group also signed a shareholder agreement with Ethiopian Investment Holdings to develop a $2.5 billion urea fertilizer production complex in Ethiopia, with Dangote holding a 60% stake and EIH holding a 40% stake. Additionally, the group has signed multi-billion dollar investment agreements with the Zimbabwean government covering cement production, mining, power generation, oil pipelines and fertilizer production.
Dangote Group is one of Africa’s largest diversified industrial conglomerates, with cement, petrochemical, fertilizer, agriculture, food processing, mining, ports and logistics businesses in Nigeria and other African countries. The group is currently accelerating its expansion efforts as part of its goal to reach $100 billion in size by 2030.
XCMG is a founding company in China’s construction equipment industry and operates globally across construction equipment, mining equipment, agricultural equipment, emergency rescue systems, and commercial vehicles. The company has approximately 300 overseas dealers, 11 international manufacturing locations and KD factories, sells products in more than 190 countries and regions, and is increasingly focused on intelligent and green manufacturing solutions.
