Airtel Africa plc, (NGX: AIRTELAFRÍ) a telecommunications company operating across sub-Saharan Africa, has released its latest update regarding its total voting rights and issued share capital.
This complies with the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules and offers crucial insights for investors monitoring the company’s equity structure.
As of the close of business on January 31, 2026, Airtel Africa’s issued share capital comprised 3,655,121,028 ordinary shares, each valued at USD 0.50 and associated with one voting right.
This figure includes 7,489,044 shares held in treasury, which do not carry voting rights.
Therefore, the total number of voting rights available to shareholders is 3,647,391,984.
This adjusted total is important for shareholders as it serves as the denominator for calculating their notification obligations under FCA rules regarding interests in the company.
The difference between the issued share capital and the voting rights—amounting to 7,729,044 shares—results from the treasury shares and an additional 240,000 unsettled share purchases.
These unsettled shares are part of Airtel Africa’s ongoing share buyback program, which was initially announced on September 22, 2025.
The program aims to return value to shareholders by reducing the number of outstanding shares, and the unsettled purchases will be canceled once finalized.
It highlights Airtel Africa’s commitment to transparency in its capital management strategies.
The buyback initiative reflects the company’s confidence in its long-term growth prospects, even as it navigates the dynamic telecommunications landscape in Africa.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Airtel Africa, listed on the London Stock Exchange, is a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services in 14 countries across sub-Saharan Africa, including Nigeria, Kenya, and Tanzania.
The company offers integrated mobile voice, data, and mobile money solutions, both domestically and internationally. With a focus on delivering superior customer experiences, Airtel Africa’s mission is to transform lives through connectivity and financial inclusion.
Headquartered in London, with significant operations in Lagos, the firm continues to expand its presence, emphasizing innovation in mobile money platforms like Airtel Money. As of the latest figures, the company serves millions of subscribers, driving economic empowerment in underserved regions.
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