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Declaration of Maiden Dividend and Shareholder Engagement Initiative
LABAT AFRICA LIMITED
(Incorporated in the Republic of South Africa)
(Registration number 1986/001616/06)
("Labat Africa" or "the Company")
ISIN Code: ZAE000018354 Share Code: LAB
FSE Code: LEI 9845000R73DF5EE41J88
DECLARATION OF MAIDEN DIVIDEND AND SHAREHOLDER ENGAGEMENT INITIATIVE
DIVIDEND DECLARED
The Board of Directors of Labat Africa Limited is pleased to advise shareholders that,
following a period of significant operational progress and value creation across the
Group, the Company has resolved to declare a cash dividend of 1.00 cent per ordinary
share.
This dividend represents a landmark achievement for Labat and marks the first dividend
declaration in the Company's history. The Board believes this milestone reflects the
continued execution of the Group's strategic objectives and the growing contribution of
its investments and operating businesses, including Classic and Ahnamu.
The declaration of this dividend is both a recognition of the progress achieved by the
Group and a demonstration of the Board's commitment to delivering tangible value to
shareholders. It is also an opportunity for the Company to express its sincere appreciation
to shareholders whose loyalty, confidence and ongoing support have been instrumental
in Labat's transformation and growth journey.
The Board wishes to thank all shareholders, employees, management, business partners
and stakeholders who have contributed to the Company's success. The support and trust
shown by shareholders over many years have provided the foundation upon which the
Company continues to build.
While celebrating this important milestone, the Board remains firmly focused on the future.
The Company continues to pursue growth opportunities across its portfolio and remains
committed to disciplined execution, responsible capital allocation and the creation of
sustainable long-term shareholder value.
In terms of dividend tax effective since 1 April 2012, the following additional information is
disclosed:
• The local Dividends Withholding Tax rate is 20%.
• 2,267,918,902 ordinary shares are in issue
• The gross ordinary dividend is 1.00000 cents per share for shareholders exempt from
paying Dividends Withholding Tax
• The net ordinary dividend is 0.80000 cents per share for ordinary shareholders who
are not exempt from Dividends Withholding Tax
• Labat's tax reference number is 9075041716
Salient Dates
Declaration announcement and Finalisation date Tuesday, 23 June 2026
Last day to trade cum dividend Tuesday, 28 July 2026
Shares commence trading ex-dividend Wednesday,29 July 2026
Record date Friday, 31 July 2026
Dividend payment date Monday, 3 August 2026
No dematerialisation or rematerialisation of shares will be allowed for the period from
Wednesday,29 July 2026 to Friday, 31 July 2026, both dates inclusive.
Dividends are declared in the currency of the Republic of South Africa. The directors have
confirmed that the company will satisfy the liquidity and solvency requirements
immediately after the payment of the dividend. We confirm that the dividend will be
declared from the Company's income reserves in accordance with paragraph 7.23(b) of
the JSE Listings Requirements.
Following the publication of its forthcoming financial results, Labat intends to embark on a
comprehensive investor engagement and shareholder roadshow programme. The
purpose of these engagements will be to provide shareholders and prospective investors
with greater insight into the Company's strategic vision, operational progress, growth
initiatives and long-term objectives. Further details regarding these engagements will be
communicated to the market in due course.
The Board believes that open and transparent engagement with shareholders remains a
cornerstone of good corporate governance and looks forward to sharing the next phase
of the Company's growth strategy with its valued shareholders.
JOHANNESBURG
23 June 2026
JSE Sponsor
Vunani Sponsors
Date: 23-06-2026 10:00:00
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