Airtel Africa Plc
Airtel Africa reported a robust 28.3% revenue growth and a remarkable 36% EBITDA increase this quarter, demonstrating strong operational execution amidst a competitive landscape.
Key takeaways
- Constant currency revenues grew 24.7%, with a notable acceleration in Nigeria's growth to 53%.
- Mobile Money customer base surpassed 52 million, with an annualized total process value exceeding $210 billion, reflecting a 36% increase.
- EBITDA margin expanded to 49.6%, with Nigeria achieving 57.8% amid effective cost management and operational efficiencies.
- Leverage improved significantly to 0.7x, supported by lower interest rates and strong free cash flow generation.
- CapEx guidance raised to $875 million-$900 million, showcasing commitment to growth opportunities across the African market.