Lafarge Africa Graduates 100 Female Tilers, Block-layers

Lafarge Africa Plc, a leading provider of innovative and sustainable building solutions has announced the successful graduation of 100 women through its BuildHer by Lafarge 2025 Female Tilers and Block Laying Training initiative across Nigeria.

The Female Tilers and Block Laying Training initiative is part of Lafarge Africa’s broader corporate social responsibility efforts that equips women from underserved communities with technical, entrepreneurial, and financial skills in order to increase female participation in the construction sector.  

Speaking at the event, the Head of Sustainability and Sponsorships, Lafarge Africa Plc, Gabriel Pollyn, commended the women for their dedication, discipline, and ability to balance personal responsibilities with the demands of the training, noting that their commitment played a significant role in the programme’s success.

He said: ‘At Lafarge Africa, we believe that empowering women is key to building stronger communities and a more inclusive future. Through this initiative, we are not just training women in technical skills, we are investing in their confidence, capability, and long-term growth. These 100 women represent the next generation of builders, entrepreneurs, and leaders who will redefine what it means to work in the construction industry.’

Pollyn added that the programme was designed not only to provide technical training but also to empower women with the confidence and resources needed to pursue sustainable livelihoods and entrepreneurial opportunities within the construction value chain.