Safaricom PLC (NSE: SCOM) has once again demonstrated its market strength and shareholder focus by maintaining a total dividend payout of KES 48.08 billion for the financial year ending 31 March 2025. The move follows shareholder approval during the company’s Annual General Meeting held this month.
Shareholders approved a final dividend of KES 0.65 per share, complementing an earlier interim dividend of KES 0.55 per share paid in March 2025. This brings the total dividend per share for FY 2025 to KES 1.20.
“We closed the financial year on a strong note, surpassing USD 3 billion in total revenue. As of 30 June 2025, Safaricom’s market capitalisation crossed the KES 1 trillion mark, reinforcing our position as one of the region’s most valuable listed entities,” said Dr. Peter Ndegwa, Group CEO, Safaricom PLC. “This reflects our solid earnings and the strategic clarity of our Vision 2030 roadmap.”
Safaricom’s share price recorded a 68.7% increase year-on-year, underlining strong investor confidence. This growth comes despite operational pressures from Ethiopia, including startup costs and the impact of the Birr’s depreciation following foreign exchange reforms in 2024.
Still, the telco has maintained the same dividend payout level for the third consecutive year, signalling consistency in shareholder value delivery.
“This is how we will future-proof Safaricom — by balancing growth today with innovation for tomorrow,” said Adil Khawaja, Chairman of the Board. “Since launching our Vision 2025 strategy in FY2021, we have attained a remarkable Group revenue growth of 48.6%, translating to an 8.2% CAGR.”
- Final Dividend: KES 0.65 per share
- Interim Dividend: KES 0.55 per share (paid in March 2025)
- Total Dividend for FY 2025: KES 1.20 per share
- Dividend Payment Date: On or about 31 August 2025
- Record Date: 31 July 2025
Safaricom has now paid a cumulative KES 255 billion in dividends over the past five years. This track record reflects the company’s focus on long-term value creation for its over 600,000 shareholders and underlines its position as a reliable blue-chip investment on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE).
Under its Vision 2030 roadmap, Safaricom is doubling down on innovation, connectivity, and financial inclusion. The strategy outlines six strategic focus areas:
- Accelerating 4G device affordability and access
- Using Gen AI for customer segmentation and hyper-personalization
- Expanding mobile financial services beyond payments
- Achieving positive EBITDA and sustainable funding for Ethiopia
- Leading Africa’s digital transformation
- Connecting 2 million+ homes and businesses via fixed networks
During the AGM, shareholders also re-elected the following Board Members:
- Edward Okaro
- Rita Kavashe
- James Wambugu
Their reappointment ensures continuity in governance as Safaricom pushes forward its regional and digital transformation agenda.
Summary
| Metric | FY 2025 |
|---|---|
| Total Dividend Per Share | KES 1.20 |
| Total Dividend Payout | KES 48.08 Billion |
| Share Price Growth | +68.7% YoY |
| Market Capitalisation | > KES 1 Trillion |
| Dividend Payment Date | 31 August 2025 |
| Total Dividends (5 Years) | KES 255 Billion |
