For the period under review, continuing operations reported a 37 percent increase in revenue to R8,2 billion (H1 2019: R6 billion), a 95 percent increase in operating profit to R1,9 billion (H1 2019: R973 million), and a 127 percent increase in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation to R2,5 billion (H1 2019: R1,1 billion).
In a joint statement,
"Crucially, the restructuring and reinvigoration of our group over the past two years has permitted us to thrive in this challenging environment, supported by a leaner, fit-for-purpose platform from which to weather the storm. To date, the focus on improving our cash generation and reducing debt has resulted in a considerable reduction in debt levels. Several key asset disposals have successfully been concluded during the period," they said.
During H1 2020,
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