Bharti Airtel has raised its stake in Airtel Africa to 79% through a Rs 28,200 crore share-swap deal, strengthening its position in the high-growth African market.
The deal was worth ₹28,200 crore
Jun 23, 2026
05:49 pm
What's the storyBharti Airtel has announced a major increase in its stake in Airtel Africa. The company now owns around 79% of the African subsidiary, up from 62.73% before the transaction.
The move was made through a share-swap agreement worth approximately ₹28,200 crore.
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Bharti Airtel shareholders have overwhelmingly approved a plan to increase its stake in Airtel Africa Plc. This strategic move…
