Orange Telecommunications Post Impressive H1 2025 Results Driven by Africa, Middle East Operations

Orange Telecommunications Group delivered strong financial results for H1 2025, driven by its Africa & Middle East (AMEA) region which posted a 12.8% (€469 million) EBITDAaL increase, marking a tenth consecutive half-year of double-digit growth.

This growth was fueled by expanding 4G/5G adoption among over half of Orange’s 167 million customers in the region alongside strong Orange Money and B2B performance, in addition to increased capital expenditure for infrastructure.

General Performance

Group-wide, Orange reported an EBITDAaL of €5.7 billion, up 3.8% year-on-year, with organic cash flow from telecom activities rising 7.7% to €1.67 billion. Buoyed by these results, Orange upgraded its 2025 guidance, now projecting EBITDAaL growth above 3%.

CEO Christel Heydemann praised AMEA’s contribution, stating: “Our double-digit EBITDAaL growth in Africa & Middle East for the tenth half-year reflects robust 4G/5G uptake, Orange Money expansion, and B2B momentum.”

Beyond financials, Orange advanced sustainability, cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 41% since 2015, surpassing 2025 targets. Its digital inclusion efforts reached 2.9 million people with free training since 2021.

Strategically, Orange Business launched a defense and security division, emphasizing quantum cybersecurity. With strong mobile and broadband momentum, Orange targets at least €3.6 billion in organic cash flow by year-end, reinforcing AMEA’s pivotal role in its global strategy.