Advtech has crossed a major financial milestone, reporting more than R2 billion in operating profit for the first time. For the year ended December 2025, the company delivered a 14% increase in operating profit to R2.04 billion, while revenue climbed 10% to R9.33 billion.
The education division, which accounts for 84% of group revenue, significantly contributed to this performance, achieving a 12.9% revenue growth to R7.87 billion. Additionally, Advtech reported a 17% rise in earnings per share and normalized earnings increased by 17% to R1.30 billion.
Geoff Whyte, CEO of Advtech, acknowledged the challenges faced by the South African market, stating, “I think the South African market is under a bit of pressure. I think parents are definitely feeling the strain financially, but we’re fortunate that quality education is a high-priority purchase, and we’re benefitting from that…”
He further emphasized the company’s commitment to maintaining strong relationships with parents, noting, “We really endeavour to maintain good relationships with all of our parents. We understand that there are challenges for all of us financially at different times, and we try and help parents through that by providing good information, accurate billing. That’s really where we try and deliver.”
As the 2026 academic year approaches, total enrolments have reached 119,197, reflecting a 12.8% increase. This growth in enrolments is indicative of Advtech’s strong positioning in the education sector.
Observers suggest that Advtech’s robust performance may continue as the demand for quality education remains high, despite economic pressures. The company’s strategic focus on delivering value to parents and students is likely to support its ongoing growth.
Overall, Advtech’s financial results highlight a successful year, with significant profit growth and a strong outlook for the future in the competitive education market.
