Airtel Africa’s half-year profit rises 20.5% to $452 million

Airtel Africa Plc reported a 20.5% increase in profit after tax to $452 million for the six months ended September 30, 2026, as revenue and operating profit grew across its telecommunications and mobile money businesses. The company's revenue rose by 28.2% in reported currency to $3.823 billion, from $2.982 billion in the corresponding period of 2025, while operating profit increased by 34.2% to $1.286 billion.

The growth in data services, higher network investment, and an increase in the interim dividend contributed to the improved financial performance, although rising finance costs continued to weigh on the company.

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