Highlights for the group

Revenue increased to R18.7 billion
+ 4%
   
Gross profit increased to R1.2 billion
+ 13%
   
EBITDA up to R750 million*
+ 26%
   
Headline earnings per share up to 64.65 cents*
+ 40%
   
R528 million cash flows from operating activities  
   
Growth strategy delivered results:

South Africa: electricity commissions earned up 39%
India: delivers a profit
Mexico: accelerating POP rollout rate
 
   
R392 million – 12% share buyback completed  
   
Dividend of 23 cents per share declared
+ 64%

* Includes a once-off income receipt of R79.4 million.