LIBSTAR HOLDINGS LIMITED - Appointment of Group Chief Operating Officer

Appointment of Group Chief Operating Officer

Libstar Holdings Limited
(Incorporated in the Republic of South Africa)
(Registration number 2014/032444/06)
JSE share code: LBR
ISIN: ZAE000250239
("Libstar" or the "Group")


APPOINTMENT OF GROUP CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

The Board of Directors of Libstar (the "Board") is pleased to advise shareholders, in
accordance with section 6.71 of the JSE Limited Listings Requirements, that Mr Cornél
Lodewyks, Executive Director of Libstar and Managing Executive of Lancewood, the Group's
largest operating division, has been appointed as Group Chief Operating Officer ("COO") with
effect from 1 August 2026. Cornél will continue to serve on the Board as an Executive Director
and will transition from his role as Managing Executive of Lancewood to assume his Group-
wide COO responsibilities.

Cornél has been a valued member of the Libstar leadership team for several years and has
made a significant contribution to the Group's operational performance, strategic execution
and value creation.

His extensive experience in the fast-moving consumer goods sector, together with his proven
operational, commercial and leadership capabilities, position him well to support the continued
execution of Libstar's strategy and long-term growth ambition.

As Group COO, Cornél will be responsible for driving operational performance across the
Group and strengthening collaboration, efficiency and the delivery of sustainable value for
customers, employees, shareholders and other stakeholders.

The vacancy arising from Cornél's appointment as COO will be filled by a senior executive
from within Lancewood. This internal appointment reflects the depth of leadership and industry
experience within the business and supports continuity in maintaining Lancewood's strong
market position.

The Board congratulates Cornél on his appointment and looks forward to his continued
contribution in this important Group role.

By order of the Board

Cape Town
27 July 2026

Sponsor
The Standard Bank of South Africa Limited

Date: 27-07-2026 08:00:00
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