Datatec celebrates its 30^th anniversary of being listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), a significant milestone that underscores the company’s growth, innovation, and resilience.

Over the last three decades, Datatec has not only expanded its global footprint but also established itself as a leader in networking, cybersecurity and cloud infrastructure, with a transition to software and services. The company has adapted to the constant advancements within the computer industry driving the need for ever-increasing connectivity.

Datatec’s success on the JSE over the last 30 years is also a reflection of the confidence and support of its investors, partners, and customers. As a global company with strong South African roots, Datatec remains committed to fostering technological advancement and sustainable growth across its markets.

Shares and shareholders

Number of securities in issue

As at 28 February 2026, the Company had 238 655 530 ordinary shares in issue of which 2 312 261 were held as treasury shares.

As at 28 February 2025, the Company had 236 184 688 ordinary shares in issue of which 3 774 605 were held as treasury shares.

Percentage of securities not in public hands

The percentage of the Company's securities held by non-public shareholders at 28 February 2026 was 40.78% (28 February 2025 : 36.37%).

Identity and percentage holding of significant shareholders

The following are the principal beneficial shareholders whose holding directly or indirectly in the Company total more than 5% of the issued share capital as at 28 February 2026 :
	Number of shares held	Percentage of shares held
Government Employees Pension Fund (PIC)*	48 520 678	20.53%
Jens Montanana (Director)	44 937 489	19.01%

The following are the principal beneficial shareholders whose holding directly or indirectly in the Company total more than 5% of the issued share capital as at 28 February 2025 :
	Number of shares held	Percentage of shares held
Jens Montanana (Director)	41 919 666	18.04%
Government Employees Pension Fund (PIC)*	38 901 878	16.74%
M&G Group - various funds*	13 922 546	5.99%

* Shareholdings are aggregates of several legal entitites owned by the same overall group..

Shareholder numbers

Shareholders as at 28 February 2026

Shareholder type	Shareholders in SA		Shareholders other than in SA		Total shareholders
	Number	% of shares	Number	% of shares	Number	% of shares
Directors	–	–	2	19.48%	2	19.48%
Shareholders over 10%	1	20.33%	–	–	1	20.33%
Treasury	1	0.97%	–	–	1	0.97%
Total non-public	2	21.30%	2	19.48%	4	40.78%
Public	6 776	42.54%	344	16.68%	7 120	59.22%
Total	6 778	63.84%	346	36.16%	7 124	100.00%

Shareholders as at 28 February 2025

Shareholder type	Shareholders in SA		Shareholders other than in SA		Total shareholders
	Number	% of shares	Number	% of shares	Number	% of shares
Directors	–	–	2	18.30%	2	18.30%
Shareholders over 10%	1	16.47%	–	–	1	16.47%
Treasury	1	1.60%	–	–	1	1.60%
Total non-public	2	18.07%	2	18.30%	4	36.37%
Public	5 471	51.16%	292	12.47%	5 763	63.63%
Total	5 473	69.23%	294	30.77%	5 767	100.00%