The non-metallic mineral sector in the Central African Republic is currently characterized by vast untapped potential hindered by logistical constraints. The reliance on lime quicklime for basic industrial processes remains high, yet the lack of local high-temperature calcination plants often leads to inefficiencies in purity and reactivity.
Given the humid tropical climate of the region, the storage and transport of reactive minerals pose significant challenges. The demand for lime oxide is increasing as the government seeks to modernize its infrastructure and improve the quality of local construction materials and mining by-products.
Furthermore, the agricultural sector, which is a cornerstone of the CAR economy, faces severe soil acidification. This has created a critical need for calcium oxide used in agriculture to stabilize soil pH and enhance nutrient uptake for essential crops.


