Helios Towers plc

Appointment of Non-Executive Director

London, 16 September 2024: Helios Towers plc ("Helios Towers" or the "Company"), the independent telecommunications infrastructure company, today announces that Dana Tobak CBE has been appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Technology Committee, with immediate effect.

Dana is currently Chief Executive Officer of Hyperoptic Ltd, the UK's largest exclusively full-fibre broadband provider. Prior to founding Hyperoptic Ltd, Dana co-founded BeUnlimited, which was acquired by O2, where she subsequently took on the role of Head of New Business Ventures. Dana had previously spent ten years as a technology consultant with Oracle Corporation and Sapient in both the US and Europe.

Commenting on the appointment, Sir Sam Jonah, Chairman of Helios Towers, said:

"I am delighted to welcome Dana to the Board. Her extensive knowledge and expertise in the telecommunications industry, and wealth of broader business and technology experience will be a welcome addition to the Board. We look forward to working with Dana as we continue our progress towards our 2026 strategic targets."

Helios Towers confirms that no further disclosures are required under UK Listing Rule 6.4.8R in relation to Dana's appointment.

About Helios Towers

·     Helios Towers is a leading independent telecommunications infrastructure company, having established one of the most extensive tower portfolios across Africa and the Middle East. It builds, owns and operates telecom passive infrastructure, providing services to mobile network operators.

·     Helios Towers owns and operates over 14,000 telecommunication tower sites in nine countries across Africa and the Middle East.

·     Helios Towers pioneered the model in Africa of buying towers that were held by single operators and providing services utilising the tower infrastructure to the seller and other operators. This allows wireless operators to outsource non-core tower-related activities, enabling them to focus their capital and managerial resources on providing higher quality services more cost-effectively.