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May 8, 2026
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Airtel Africa Posts 29.5% Revenue Growth to $6.4 Billion

Airtel Africa Posts 29.5% Revenue Growth to $6.4 Billion

Airtel Africa reports 29.5% revenue growth to $6.4 billion in FY2026, driven by strong data demand, mobile money expansion, and rapid growth in Nigeria and East Africa...

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Airtel Africa has announced a significant financial performance, reporting a 29.5% increase in group revenue to $6.4 billion for the year ended March 31, 2026.

  • Group revenue reached $6.4 billion, a 29.5% climb.
  • The company experienced strong growth driven by Nigeria, which saw a 47.5% increase in constant currency revenue.
  • Data emerged as a key growth engine, with revenue rising 35.2% in constant currency, fueled by a 50% surge in data traffic and a growing smartphone user base of 91 million.

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