Airtel Africa plc

('Airtel Africa', or the 'Group')

Result of audit tender

London and Lagos, 10 March 2026: Airtel Africa, a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services, with a presence in 14 countries across Africa, announces that following the conclusion of the previously announced formal tender process for the role of external auditor, it intends to appoint Ernst & Young LLP as external auditor for the financial year ending 31 March 2028 onwards. The appointment will be subject to shareholder approval at Airtel Africa's 2027 Annual General Meeting.

Deloitte will continue as the Group's external auditor for the financial years ending 31 March 2026 and 31 March 2027, with the latter appointment subject to shareholder approval. The Board would like to thank Deloitte for its ongoing contribution as the Group's auditor, and also the other firms who took part in the tender.

Further details of the audit tender process will be provided in the Group's 2026 Annual Report and Accounts.

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About Airtel Africa

Airtel Africa is a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services, with operations in 14 countries in sub-Saharan Africa. Airtel Africa provides an integrated offer to its subscribers, including mobile voice and data services as well as mobile money services both nationally and internationally. The company's strategy is focused on providing a great customer experience across the entire footprint, enabling our corporate purpose of transforming lives across Africa.

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