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Kigali, Rwanda / Blantyre, Malawi - 27 July 2026: Vivo Energy and Mount Meru Group today announced that they have signed a sale and purchase agreement for Mount Meru’s acquisition of Vivo Energy's shareholding in Vivo Energy Rwanda and Vivo Energy Malawi, in a combined transaction. The transaction includes the network of Vivo Energy’s over 40 service stations in Rwanda and over 50 service stations in Malawi, together with the commercial fuel and lubricants operations. Vivo Energy identified Mount Meru Group as a partner well placed to bring focused investment, local / regional expertise and long-term ambition to its businesses in Rwanda and Malawi. Mount Meru Group, which first entered Rwanda in 2007 and Malawi in 2013, brings an established regional presence and a strong track record in downstream fuel distribution across Africa. The transaction will see the Group significantly deepen its footprint in both markets. Atul Mittal, Director, Mount Meru Group, said: “We are proud to be growing our existing, long-standing presence in Rwanda and Malawi. We are committed to investing and growing these businesses and on completion of the transaction look forward to strengthening relationships with channel partners, customers and employees while expanding our reliable service, customer satisfaction, and environmental responsibility to more consumers.” Stan Mittelman, CEO, Vivo Energy, said: “We are pleased to have signed this agreement with Mount Meru Group. This decision is not a reflection of how our Rwanda and Malawi businesses have performed, it reflects our ongoing commitment to ensuring every part of our portfolio has the ownership best placed to take it forward. Mount Meru brings deep local and regional expertise and a genuine ambition to invest in these markets, and we are confident this transaction provides a strong opportunity for our employees, dealers and customers in both countries. We have valued working closely with the Mount Meru team throughout this process and look forward to a smooth transition.” The transaction is subject to approval from the relevant authorities and the fulfilment of other conditions precedent, and we expect this process to take some months before it completes. Until completion, Vivo Energy Rwanda and Vivo Energy Malawi will continue to operate as normal, maintaining their focus on the safe, reliable and high-quality service they provide to customers.

Mount Meru Group is proud to be honored with two Platinum Awards by the Southern Africa Brand Quality Awards (SABQA) for: Best Manufacturer of Edible Cooking Oil Best Distributor of Automotive Lubricants The SABQA Quality Excellence Seal is a symbol of quality, reliability and customer trust, recognizing organizations that consistently deliver products and services of the highest standards. This achievement reflects our unwavering commitment to Quality, Excellence and Continuous Improvement, and is dedicated to our valued customers, employees and business partners who continue to place their trust in the Mount Meru brand. Mount Meru Group – Delivering Excellence. Trusted Across Africa.

Mount Meru Group Supports International Day of Yoga Celebrations in Malawi As part of its commitment to promoting health, wellness, and community engagement, Mount Meru Group proudly partnered with the High Commission of India in Malawi in celebrating the International Day of Yoga 2026. The Group supported the event by sponsoring Yoga Mats and co-branded event T-shirts, reinforcing its commitment to initiatives that encourage healthy lifestyles and strengthen community participation. The event brought together members of the diplomatic community, government representatives, corporate organizations, students, and the general public to celebrate the universal values of yoga—promoting physical well-being, mental wellness, and harmony.

Mount Meru Petroleum Limited is proud to have been honored with the Presidential Taxpayers' Award 2024/2025 by the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania in recognition of its exemplary tax compliance and timely fulfilment of its statutory obligations. This prestigious national recognition reflects the Mount Meru Group's unwavering commitment to integrity, corporate governance, financial discipline, and responsible business practices. As a trusted corporate citizen, we remain committed to creating sustainable value for our stakeholders while contributing meaningfully to the economic growth and development of the communities and countries in which we operate.

ZAHABU Rice launched from our fields to every family in Rwanda.

Our shareholders meet Rwanda Development Board (RDB) CEO Jean-Guy Afrika.

We are proud to share a recent feature by a Tanzanian local media channel spotlighting Mount Meru Petroleum Ltd (MMPL) for its exceptional role during a recent national fuel supply disruption in the Tanga region. When a five-day shortage left many fuel stations closed, MMPL’s Handeni station stood out as a beacon of reliability and service. Immediately following the swearing-in ceremony, our Handeni team resumed operations — supplying fuel to all retail customers without overcharging and ensuring uninterrupted access to energy while competitors across the region remained dry. This demonstration of resilience, integrity, and community commitment exemplifies MMPL’s unwavering dedication to Tanzania’s economic stability and growth. We are deeply honored to have supported our customers and communities in their time of need. To view the full coverage, please watch the featured video below, showcasing MMPL’s steadfast service and commitment to the nation.

We are delighted to announce that Acer Infrastructure Ltd., Zambia has been awarded the Health and Safety Compliance Trophy by the National Council for Construction (NCC), Zambia. This prestigious recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to maintaining high standards of health, safety, professionalism, and compliance across our construction projects and workplaces. On behalf of management, we extend our sincere appreciation to all our employees, colleagues, contractors, partners, and stakeholders who have contributed to this achievement. Your dedication to following health and safety guidelines and ensuring safe working environments has played a vital role in making this recognition possible. This award reflects a collective commitment to safety excellence and reinforces our responsibility to continuously uphold and improve health and safety standards across all our operations. We are proud of this achievement and congratulate everyone associated with Acer Infrastructure Ltd., Zambia for their hard work, dedication, and contribution. Congratulations to the entire Acer Infrastructure Ltd. team! Safety is everyone's responsibility, and together, we continue to build a safer future.