NAIROBI, Kenya — Airtel Africa has reported a robust start to the financial year, with revenue for the first quarter ending June 30, 2025, climbing by 22.4% in reported currency to Sh183 billion, and an even stronger 24.9% growth in constant currency.
The performance was attributed to continued customer demand, strategic investments in digital infrastructure, and a growing mobile money ecosystem.
East Africa remains a key growth driver for the group, with regional revenues rising by 17.6% to Sh64.7 billion.
This growth was fueled by a 9.8% increase in the customer base and notable gains in both voice and data segments voice revenue rose by 15.1%, while data revenue surged by 21.4%.
“We are very pleased with the strong growth in our operating and financial performance in the first quarter,” said CEO Sunil Taldar.
“Our strategy continues to prioritize the customer experience, as demonstrated by innovations like Airtel Spam Alert an AI-powered feature enhancing network safety. With smartphone penetration still at just 45.9%, there’s enormous room to grow.”
Airtel’s data customer base rose to 75.6 million, with a 17.4% increase year-on-year, driving a 47.4% rise in overall data usage.
Meanwhile, mobile money remains a major growth engine, with customer numbers approaching 46 million and annualized transaction value rising by 35% to Sh21 trillion.
The group’s financial results also highlight growing profitability.
EBITDA grew by 29.8% to Sh88.3 billion, with margins improving from 45.3% to 48.0%.
Profit after tax surged to Sh20.3 billion from Sh4 billion the previous year, boosted by currency appreciation in key markets and easing forex pressures.
Airtel Africa also continued its focus on network expansion, adding over 2,300 new sites and extending its fibre footprint by 2,700 kilometers.
The company says it remains committed to bridging the digital divide and driving financial inclusion across the continent.
