Aliko Dangote, widely regarded as Africa's richest person, is considering a London Stock Exchange listing for his cement business empire, according to reports.

Dangote, a Nigerian billionaire industrialist, built his fortune primarily through Dangote Cement, which operates across multiple African countries and is one of the continent's largest cement producers.

A London listing would provide the company with access to international capital markets and potentially expand its investor base beyond Africa. The move would also mark a significant step in Dangote's efforts to internationalize his business operations.

Dangote Cement currently trades on the Nigerian Stock Exchange and has been a major player in Africa's construction and infrastructure sectors. The company has operations in several African countries including Nigeria, Ghana, and Tanzania.

The timing and specific details of any potential London listing have not been disclosed. Such a move would require regulatory approval from both Nigerian and British financial authorities.