Concrete block price in Cameroon
In Cameroon, the concrete block costs from 175 FCFA / u (indicative supply price, excluding transport and installation), according to the SangoImmo costing catalog.
| Material | Unit | Indicative price |
|---|---|---|
| Hollow block 20 cm | u | 425 FCFA |
| Hollow block 15 cm | u | 350 FCFA |
| Compressed Earth Block (CEB) | u | 175 FCFA |
| Fired clay brick | u | 220 FCFA |
Indicative 2026 prices in FCFA, excluding transport and installation, as used by default in the SangoImmo costing engine. Real prices vary by supplier, city and quantity — in the app you can adjust every unit price to your local suppliers.
What it is used for
The 20 cm hollow block is used for load-bearing and façade walls, the 15 cm one for partitions. About 12.5 blocks are laid per m² of wall. The compressed earth block (CEB) is an affordable, thermally efficient local alternative.
Quantities, brands and buying tips
How many blocks per m²?
About 12.5 blocks per m² of wall are laid (20×20×40 or 15×20×40 cm block), with ≈ 0.02 m³ of mortar per m². The 20 cm block is for load-bearing and façade walls, the 15 cm for partitions, the 10 cm for light partitions.
Concrete block, CEB or fired brick?
- Hollow concrete block — most common, fast to lay, cheap.
- Compressed earth block (CEB) — affordable local alternative, better thermal mass (cooler interior).
- Fired brick — durable and attractive, more expensive.
Buying tips
- Insist on a proper cement dose (blocks that don't crumble) and 28-day curing.
- Check squareness and absence of cracks — informally made blocks vary in quality.
- Have them made on site to save transport when the volume justifies it.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the price of the concrete block in Cameroon in 2026?
- Hollow block 20 cm: 425 FCFA / u ; Hollow block 15 cm: 350 FCFA / u ; Compressed Earth Block (CEB): 175 FCFA / u ; Fired clay brick: 220 FCFA / u. Indicative prices excluding transport and installation, used by default in the SangoImmo estimator.
- Do these prices include installation and transport?
- No. These are indicative supply prices. Transport (often significant by distance) and installation labour are added. SangoImmo applies labour of about 35% of materials cost in its quotes.
- How do I work out the quantity I need?
- SangoImmo computes quantities automatically from your plan (areas, wall lengths, roof) and multiplies them by your prices. You can adjust each unit price to your local suppliers. Free and offline.
Sources and references
- Figures: SangoImmo costing engine, 2026 materials catalogue — see the full methodology. Open data, CC BY 4.0.
- National statistics and price indices for Cameroon: Institut National de la Statistique du Cameroun (INS).
- Housing policy and building permits: Ministère de l'Habitat et du Développement Urbain (MINHDU).
- Compliance rules checked by the app: SANS 10400 (building regulations), French NF DTU codes of practice, CEMAC-region practice.
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