QUALITY
SINCE 1847
QUALITY CEMENT IN NAMIBIA
Our Commitment to Excellence
In 2007, responding to the invitation of Namibian entrepreneurs, the renowned German cement producer Schwenk Group established Ohorongo as an autonomous, Namibian-registered company. Over a construction period of just 22 months, this initial N$2.5 billion investment has transformed into one of Africa’s most advanced and efficient cement plants. It was completed ahead of schedule, and the first bag of cement rolled out by the end of 2010. Since then, continuous investment has exceeded N$3 billion.
At Ohorongo, we have a wealth of industry expertise at our disposal through the Schwenk Group, enabling us to provide valuable technical support for your projects.
From our humble beginnings with a handful of employees, we’ve evolved into a dedicated and skilled team, fully prepared to establish Ohorongo as Namibia’s exclusive cement producer. Notably, our workforce comprises nearly 100% Namibian staff, reinforcing our commitment to the local community.
QUALITY ASSURANCE AT THE CORE
Quality assurance is fundamental to our operation. We conduct frequent internal and external audits throughout the year to ensure that Ohorongo adheres to the highest quality standards. These audits serve to verify our compliance with the relevant quality benchmarks. Additionally, we continuously take samples to ensure we meet our specified quality objectives.
Quality assurance extends to verifying that we achieve our company’s targets and objectives and sustain an ongoing commitment to improvement. We conduct quality audits to ensure conformity with the requirements of SABS, NSI, BOBS & DQS certifications.
Our Expertise at Your Service
Namibian Standards Institute (NSI)
The Namibian Standards Institution (NSi) is the nation’s authoritative body for standards and quality assurance, overseeing these vital activities in the country. The NSi also represents Namibia in regional and international standardization efforts. Established in 2007, the NSi operates under the terms of the Standards Act (Act No. 18 of 2005). Its mission is to promote product standardization for consumer safety, environmental protection, and global market access. NSi offers services in standards development, testing and inspection, certification, and metrology (calibration and verification).
For more information about NSi, visit the NSi Website.
OUR COMMITMENT TO
Quality and Accountability
The management of Ohorongo Cement has implemented a comprehensive and verifiable system to ensure quality, environmental protection, industrial health and safety, and social accountability. We adhere to standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, SANS 50197 / NAMS EN 197, and BOSS EN 197. This commitment also includes adherence to international human rights conventions and the International Labour Organization’s guidelines for children and human rights. Periodic auditing in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 is conducted through an independent certification institute.
At Ohorongo Cement, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality cement that is always available, and we stand firmly behind our commitment to excellence.
NSi Certificate
This is to certify that Ohorongo Cement (Pty)Ltd and Sargberg Plant Farm 585 Otavi Namibia, have been awarded the license to use the NSi Standard Mark Conformity for the below certified product(s) against the requirements of NAMS/EN 197-1:2014 – Composition, specification, and conformity criteria for common cement:
1. CEM I 52.5N
2. CEM I 42.5R
3. CEM II A-LL 42.5N
4. CEM II B-V 42.5N
5. CEM II B-LL 32.5N
Packaged in 50kg bags and bulk
SABS Certificate
Permit to Apply Certification Mark in respect of the mark specification.
German Association of Certification of Management Systems, South Africa (DQS)
Certifies that the company Ohorongo Cement (Pty)Ltd and Sargberg Plant Farm 585 Otavi Namibia has implemented and maintains a quality and environmental management system.
VIEW OUR DQS CERTIFICATES:
BOBS Certificate
This is to Certify that Ohorongo Cement (Pty)Ltd has been awarded the license to use BOS EN197-1 & 2 certification
