LONDON, Nov. 2 -- AIRTEL Africa plc, a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services across Africa, has reported strong operating and financial performance for the six months ended 30 September 2026, supported by continued investment in network infrastructure, digital capabilities and customer experience.

The Groups total customer base grew by 11.6% to 193.9 million, compared with 173.8 million in the corresponding period last year. Data customers increased by 15% to 89.9 million, while Airtel Money customers grew by 22.4% to 60.9 million, reflecting sustained demand for connectivity and digital financial services across its markets.

Commenting on the performance, Sunil Taldar, Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Africa...