While cognisant of the economic uncertainty going forward, the Group's free cash flow generating capacity remains intact. Notice is hereby given that a gross interim cash dividend No. 192 of 75.0 cents per ordinary share (March 2021: 70.0 cents per ordinary share) has been declared by the directors for the period ended 31 March 2022.

The dividend has been declared from retained earnings. A dividend withholding tax of 20% will be applicable to all shareholders who are not exempt from, or who do not qualify for, a reduced rate of withholding tax. Accordingly, for those shareholders subject to withholding tax, the net dividend amounts to 60,0 cents per ordinary share (March 2021: 56,0 cents per ordinary share).

The issued share capital at the declaration date is 184 969 196 ordinary shares. Payment date is 27 June 2022, Record date is 24 June 2022.