Vivo Energy Annual Report 2023
Vivo Energy Annual Report 2023
Vivo Energy Annual Report 2023
Annual Report
& Accounts
2023
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Contents
2023 highlights
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02
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+1 million
Our markets with Shell-branded service stations customers per day
Our markets with Engen-branded service stations visit our sites
Our market with Somagaz-branded LPG
05
10,973
03
million litres of
04
06
08 fuel sold in 2023
07
24
09
10
markets 1
16
17
11
+1 million 20
2,738 23
15
service stations 12
13 22 14
21
1. Tunisia 4. Senegal 9. Ghana 14. Madagascar 16. Gabon 18. Zambia 22. Mozambique
Total Volume 1,106 Total Volume 618 Total Volume 490 Total Volume 255 Total Volume 78 Total Volume 131 Total Volume 155
Service stations 173 Service stations 149 Service stations 244 Service stations 77 Service stations 24 Service stations 59 Service stations 50
Total volume is measured in million litres and excludes volume related to supply trading not allocated to countries.
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Democratic Republic
of the Congo
Namibia
Botswana
Mauritius
Lesotho
New Engen markets
CONTINUED CHALLENGES
We continued to experience a number of external headwinds
during 2023.
On a macroeconomic level, our markets experienced lower growth
than expected. Although oil prices were significantly lower than in
2022, they remained high, impacting costs. We also saw currency
crises in some of our markets, which had a negative impact on
interest rates, exchange rates and inflation rates.
A number of our markets – particularly in West Africa –
continued to experience political and social unrest. In some cases,
this led to a direct impact on our business. For example, in Senegal,
political demonstrations resulted in several of our service stations
being vandalised.
The continent suffered from several natural disasters during 2023,
including Cyclone Freddy in March that caused flooding in a few of
our markets; a devastating earthquake in Morocco in September;
and wildfires in North Africa. Although our employees were safe,
these events sadly resulted in multiple fatalities in these markets.
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BUSINESS PERFORMANCE RESILIENCE AND DETERMINATION – Finally, in November, Vivo Energy Maroc confirmed A REFRESHED VISION
Through our focus on preventing incidents from PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE that it had chosen to benefit from a settlement Since our foundation, our vision has been to become
happening, as opposed to fixing them after they’ve There is much we can be proud of from the year agreement with the Conseil de la Concurrence to the most respected energy business in Africa.
occurred, we continue to have an industry-leading that prepares us well for 2024, and beyond. close the outstanding investigation of Morocco’s This vision – a logical consequence of doing things
health, safety, security, environment and quality petroleum retail industry in a constructive and the right way, realising the full potential of our people
Following the announcement of plans to acquire cooperative manner and prevent lengthy litigation. and business partners, and creating a benchmark
(HSSEQ) performance.
the Engen business in February 2023, we have Refer to note 28 on page 92 for further information. for quality, excellence, safety and responsibility – has
Despite exceeding our own HSSEQ targets, we made significant progress with regulatory approvals. served us very well. Indeed, we must continue striving
were deeply saddened by the explosion at the On completion of the transaction, this transformative BIGGER – BOLDER – BETTER
to be called Africa’s most respected energy business.
Société Guinéenne des Pétroles depot in Conakry strategic move positions us well for growth and As we look forward, I am convinced that 2024 will
in December, where Vivo Energy is a minority success in the years ahead. We believe that now is the time to step up our
be a transformative year for Vivo Energy and that
shareholder. Following the incident, we immediately ambition. Therefore, at the start of 2024, I launched
Having grown our LPG businesses in Reunion we have an incredibly exciting future ahead of us.
helped the government’s technical committee and our refreshed vision: ‘to be Africa’s leading and most
and Namibia during 2023, we were delighted to Our theme for the year is Bigger – Bolder – Better. respected energy business’.
continue to collaborate with authorities to contribute
successfully conclude the acquisition of the Somagaz
to the long-term recovery efforts. Following successful completion of the Engen I am confident that together with the Executive
group in December, taking our network to 24 African
Despite a particularly challenging first half of the and Indian Ocean markets. The Mayotte-based transaction, we will significantly increase the size of Committee and our talented and committed
year, we recorded improvements in the second half Somagaz business owns and operates a depot and the Group. We will become more confident and employees, we will be able to achieve this.
of 2023, and our overall volumes were 2% ahead filling centre in Longoni, distributes LPG cylinders to courageous. And we plan to ensure the best of both
of the prior year, increasing from 10,777 million approximately 160 retail outlets, and serves industrial Vivo Energy and Engen’s top traits are incorporated
litres to 10,973 million litres. This was mainly due to customers across Mayotte through cylinder and into our new business.
a supply contract in one of our markets, improved bulk distribution.
performance in the aviation and marine business, and “Our new vision is to be Africa’s
We made good progress with improving our gender
growth in the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) business.
diversity, with 31% female representation at the end leading and most respected STAN MITTELMAN
Retail and Lubricants volumes were slightly behind the CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
prior year.
of the year. I was proud to launch the Women at energy business.” 20 MARCH 2024
Vivo Energy (W@VE) programme in November,
Gross cash profit of $752 million was down 8% against which aims to create a workplace that values diversity, This Strategic Report has been approved by
2022, mainly due to the impact of depreciating local removes barriers and empowers all employees the Board.
currencies. This was the main contribution to the to thrive.
9% decrease in gross cash unit margin to $69 per
Technology is vital to our future success and we
thousand litres.
made significant strides forwards in developing our
BIGGER
Together with higher selling and marketing costs, these technology and systems to improve and simplify
factors resulted in adjusted EBITDA of $371 million, a how we run our business. Significantly increasing the size of the Group,
21% decrease against the previous year. in particular following completion of the
Engen transaction
Despite external challenges, we continued to
meaningfully invest for growth, opening a net total of BOLDER
149 service stations and 133 convenience retail shops Increasing confidence and courage as we assume
and food outlets during the year. our new leading position
BETTER
Ensuring the best of Vivo Energy and Engen’s top
traits are incorporated into our new business
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Growing Commercial
Fuel, Lubricants, LPG and
Non‑fuel retail.
We completed a strategic LPG acquisition in Mayotte
and further grew the LPG business in Namibia and
Reunion, delivering a more environmentally friendly
transition fuel.
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OUR
OURSTRATEGY
STRATEGYCONTINUED
CONTINUED
We are dedicated
to continuing our
investment in solar.
Continuing our focus on mining
customers to develop and deliver solar
hybrid solutions. We also progressed
our new mobility offer, piloting more
EV charging stations and developing
our two- and three-wheeler value
proposition.
We want to support our partners, always We want to be a positive force and make a We want to maintain good relationships with
focusing on doing business the right way as we real and lasting difference in the communities host governments in the countries where
strive to be Africa’s leading and most respected where we operate – supporting them, we operate, continuing to help develop these
energy business. promoting a better quality of life and markets through the collection of tax and
a more sustainable future. duties, and providing significant employment.
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Our KPIs
These KPIs show our performance for 2023 in comparison to the Non-GAAP measures are explained and
reconciled on pages 21 and 22.
past four years, together with a brief explanation of the key drivers.
We’ve chosen to use Growth, Financial and HSSEQ KPIs in order
to provide a rounded view of our performance.
Growth KPIs
VOLUME TOTAL RETAIL SERVICE STATIONS GROSS CASH UNIT MARGIN
MILLION LITRES NUMBER US$/’000 LITRES
Financial KPIs
GROSS CASH PROFIT ADJUSTED EBITDA NET (LOSS)/INCOME ADJUSTED FREE CASH FLOW
US$ MILLION US$ MILLION US$ MILLION US$ MILLION
HSSEQ KPIs
TOTAL RECORDABLE CASE FREQUENCY (TRCF) TOTAL PRODUCT LOST TOTAL SCOPE 1 & 2 EMISSIONS1 EMPLOYEE & CONTRACTOR FATALITIES
PER MILLION EXPOSURE HOURS METRIC TONNES KT OF CO2 EQUIVALENT NUMBER
NON-GAAP MEASURES
US$ million, unless otherwise indicated 2023 2022 Change
Volumes (million litres) 10,973 10,777 +2%
Gross cash profit 752 817 -8%
EBITDA 303 427 -29%
Adjusted EBITDA 371 470 -21%
ETR (%) 212% 49% n/a
Adjusted net income 26 154 -83%
NET DEBT AND AVAILABLE LIQUIDITY The table below sets the Group’s financial liabilities into relevant maturity groupings based on the remaining
US$ million 2023 2022 period at the reporting date to the contractual maturity date. The amounts disclosed are the contractual
Long-term debt and Subordinated shareholder loan1 907 1,016 undiscounted cash flows:
Lease liabilities 199 183 US$ million 31 December 2023
US$ million, unless otherwise indicated 2023 2022 US$ million 2023 2022
Gross profit 662 732 Net (loss)/income (35) 105
Add back: depreciation and amortisation in cost of sales 90 85 Adjustments to net income related to special items:
Gross cash profit 752 817 Settlement1 40 –
Volumes (million litres) 10,973 10,777 Vitol Offer related expenses and other acquisitions2 12 43
Gross cash unit margin ($/’000 litres) 69 76 Management Equity Plan3 10 –
Restructuring4 5 –
US$ million 2023 2022 Community relief contribution5 1 –
EBT 31 208 Hyperinflation6 (7) 1
Finance expense – net 131 87 Impairment of other government benefits receivable7 – 7
EBIT 162 295 Tax on special items – (2)
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment 141 132 Adjusted net income 26 154
EBITDA 303 427
Adjustments to EBITDA related to special items: US$ million 2023 2022
Settlement1 40 – EBIT 162 295
Vitol Offer related expenses and other acquisitions2 12 35 Adjustments to EBIT related to special items:
Management Equity Plan3 10 – Settlement1 40 –
Restructuring4 5 – Vitol Offer related expenses and other acquisitions2 12 35
Community relief contribution5 1 – Management Equity Plan3 10 –
Hyperinflation6 – 1 Restructuring4 5 –
Impairment of other government benefits receivable7 – 7 Community relief contribution5 1 –
Adjusted EBITDA 371 470 Hyperinflation6 – 1
Impairment of other government benefits receivable7 – 7
Adjusted EBIT 230 338
Reconciliation of net debt and debt cover is included on page 20. The reconciliation of adjusted free cash flow is
included on page 19.
1 The expense related to a government settlement is treated as a special item, as it does not form part of the core operational business activities and performance for the period. Refer to note 28 of the consolidated financial statements for further information.
2 These expenses are related to the Vitol Offer transaction and other acquisitions and are treated as special items as they do not form part of the core operational business activities and performance for the period. Included in 2022 are expenses related to financing the Bridge loan.
3 During 2023, the Group introduced a cash-settled Management Equity Plan (‘MEP’) under which Vivo Energy Limited granted phantom options to Executive Directors. The Binomial Option Pricing Model is used to calculate the fair value of the options and the amount to be expensed.
This expense is now treated as a special item as it is no longer considered to form part of the core operational business activities and performance for the period.
4 Restructuring costs were incurred mainly as a result of organisational alignment. The impact from these activities do not form part of the core operational business activities and performance for the period and are, therefore, treated as a special item.
5 The expense related to donations made to assist and provide relief to communities affected by the earthquake in Morocco and is treated as a special item as they do not form part of the core operational business activities and performance for the period.
6 The impacts of accounting for hyperinflation for Vivo Energy Ghana and Zimbabwe, in accordance with IAS 29, are treated as special items since they are not considered to represent the underlying operational performance of the Group and based on their significance in size and unusual
nature are excluded as the local currency depreciation against the US dollar does not align to the published inflation rates during the period.
7 The Group has recognised an impairment of other government benefits receivable as a result of a retrospective price structure change by certain governments to finance their outstanding debt. Such retrospective changes of existing price structures are not representative of the core
operational business activities and performance for the period and are, therefore, treated as special items.
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THE VIVO ENERGY WAY DOING BUSINESS THE RIGHT WAY Employees, third parties and members of the public
Since the foundation of Vivo Energy in 2011, our Our reputation is our most important asset and have access to our independent, 24/7 anonymous
Our vision, operating culture of Focus, Simplify and Perform has
remained a central part of the way we do business.
we work hard to maintain it at every opportunity.
We demonstrate the highest standards of corporate
whistle-blowing helpline. They can use this to report
any concerns by telephone, online via web reporting
culture and We achieve success by constantly reinforcing our behaviour at all times and in every interaction with our or via a designated Vivo Energy whistle-blowing app,
fast, agile, decentralised business model, and have employees, our customers and broader stakeholders. which is available for both Android and iOS devices.
continued to focus on simplification – adapting our Our Code of Conduct, Counterparty Code of
values
During the year we published our Information Security
model where required – to make sure we structure Conduct and General Business Principles (all available Awareness policy and rolled out an ongoing training
ourselves for success in the years ahead. on our website) underpin everything we do and are programme to raise awareness of data protection,
the foundation of our business. focused on a different area of cybersecurity each
Our values of honesty, integrity and respect for
When Vivo Energy was created people guide our teams as they work towards our All new employees complete an online induction month. We also continued to conduct regular phishing
in 2011, we quickly developed, vision to be Africa’s leading and most respected programme, which explains our policies and helps simulation tests during the year, with a corrective
energy business. them integrate into the organisation quickly and action programme set up to address phishing
introduced and embedded our comprehensively. The induction programme includes simulation failures.
Our people are regularly kept informed about our
‘Focus, Simplify and Perform’ business through their managers, employee townhall
training in relation to our Code of Conduct and key We also developed and launched a Data Subject
operating culture, and this has been anti‑bribery and corruption (ABC) and anti‑money Rights Request portal during the year.
meetings and the Company intranet.
laundering (AML) initiatives.
our guiding principle ever since. As we work towards finalising the Engen transaction, We’re committed to providing equal opportunities
We have a detailed counterparty screening process for all our employees. Should any employee
we have refreshed our vision and culture and will
It has enabled us to stay one step in place, which is formalised in the Vivo Energy Know become disabled, our policy is to engage, re-train
review our values during 2024 to ensure they
Your Counterparty (KYC) policy. The screening and make reasonable adjustments to enable
ahead and will continue to be a key remain relevant, fit for purpose and aligned to our
process gives us confidence that we know who we are continued employment.
evolving organisation.
part of our business for many years doing business with and that the ethics and values of
We seek to maintain constructive relationships with our counterparties align to our core values. As part of
to come. labour unions formally representing our employees the screening process, we request new counterparties
and have localised union agreements and guidelines in to agree to a compliance statement, which sets
place, as applicable. out our approach towards ABC, AML and conflict
of interest.
Approximately 30% of the Group’s employees
are unionised.
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ANTI-CORRUPTION HUMAN RIGHTS Respect for human rights is also embedded in our
AND ANTI-BRIBERY We strongly support the elimination of all forms Code of Conduct and General Business Principles,
We continue to maintain a multi-site ISO 37001 of modern slavery. Such exploitation is entirely at which recognise our responsibility to conduct business Knowing who we
anti‑bribery management systems certification, odds with our core values of honesty, integrity and as a responsible corporate citizen and to support
covering all of our markets. During the year, we respect for people, which are crucial to our success fundamental human rights in line with the legitimate do business with
6,280
carried out six reviews of operating units as part of and growth, and to achieving our vision to be Africa’s role of business. Both the Code and the Business
the annual maintenance audits. No non-conformities leading and most respected energy business. Principles explicitly address our commitment to
were noted during the reviews. combatting modern slavery and human trafficking.
We rolled out a new online anti-trust training course
We are committed to respecting, upholding and
applying the highest human rights and ethical standards Our anonymous whistle-blowing helpline includes
counterparty screening
and ethical behaviour training for all employees during across the economies and societies in which we a specific reporting category for raising concerns in
relation to any form of unfair labour practices and
checks conducted.
the year. Over 97% of employees have successfully operate. Our approach is guided by the ten Principles
completed these courses. of the UN Global Compact, with which Vivo Energy potential human rights violations. Any report received
complies. Our Human Rights Policy Statement sets in relation to these categories is directly reported to
In addition, each employee is required to submit a the Chief Legal and Compliance Officer and the Head
out the core human rights principles which we strive
Conflict of Interest declaration every year, confirming of Internal Audit and is investigated or escalated to the
to uphold. The policy statement is available on our
their understanding of our compliance policies. Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee and the CEO
external website.
These declarations are reviewed and approved by as required.
line managers after which a detailed risk assessment
is conducted by the Ethics & Compliance Office.
Corrective measures are recommended and
implemented by the Ethics & Compliance Office
where required.
Sustainability framework
We have a clear and simple framework: provide an umbrella for all
our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and sustainability
activities; guide our approach; and provide more focus on the
sustainability topics that matter the most to us and our stakeholders.
See Our Sustainability framework online
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT We strive to ensure balanced gender diversification We also continued the rollout of our Employee
We employ around 2,850 people, and work hard to across our employee workforce. Although our gender Assistance Programme, which is now available GENDER DIVERSITY
support and develop them at every opportunity. balance is steadily improving, we recognise that there across 24 of the 26 countries where we have offices.
is further room for improvement. During the year, This programme provides practical information
Learning and development is an integral part of
our approach to talent management, and we have
structured development plans in place to constantly
we launched W@VE, our Women at Vivo Energy
programme, which aims to create a workplace that
and confidential counselling to employees and their
close family members on a wide range of work and 31%
of employees are women
values diversity, removes barriers and empowers all personal issues.
build the skills and capabilities of our people. employees to thrive.
We invested around $2 million in training in 2023, In September, we conducted our full employee OUR GENDER SPLIT
continuing to upskill employees on not just technical Across the Group, at the end of 2023, women engagement survey, tracking six key areas: leadership
31 DECEMBER 2023 Female Male Total
and functional skills, but also leadership skills across represented 31% of total employees, up from 29% in and culture; reward; role content; career; workplace;
the business. 2022. Female representation among our office-based and purpose and values. Employees were very keen Board of Directors 0 5 5
and sales staff in 2023 increased from 35% to 38%. to participate in the survey, and we scored our highest Senior Executive Team1 3 12 15
During the year, we conducted an accelerated ever completion rate of 93%.
leadership programme for 38 of our mid-level Senior Executive 24 66 90
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT
managers, to help improve their strategic leadership Across the survey our overall favourability score was Team’s direct reports2
We work hard to nurture an open culture where the 77% – up from 75% when last conducted in 2021 –
skills, enabling them to grow and develop within All other employees 857 1,887 2,744
opinions of our people are heard and valued. In 2023, with scores across each category either increasing
the business.
we continued the rollout of our online platform – or remaining the same. 1 Includes Executive and Management Committees.
We also launched a mentoring programme for Your Voice – to encourage employees to submit The CEO and Interim CFO are counted in the Board
delegates of the 2022 and 2023 accelerated leadership ideas on a wide range of topics. These are reviewed Purpose and values remains the highest scoring of Directors row. While they are also members of the
programme, assigning a senior leader from within the by country HR managers and discussed at country category, with nine out of ten employees stating that Senior Executive Team, they are not counted in this
business to support them with their development. leadership level. Where the ideas make business sense they are proud to work for us, believing we are well row, to avoid double‑counting.
and have the potential to improve ways of working, respected in the countries where we operate, deliver 2 Not including personal assistants.
ENHANCING GENDER DIVERSITY they are implemented to help grow, develop and world-class HSSEQ performance and that we will be Note: 91 employees are Directors across the Group’s
subsidiaries, of which 71 are male and 20 female.
We promote the development and efficient improve the business. successful in the future.
deployment of our employees to create an inclusive We are pleased to report that only four of the 42
work environment, where everybody has an equal comparable questions recorded a significant decline
opportunity to develop his or her skills and talents. in favourability, compared to the last survey in 2021.
2023 0
2022 1
2021 0
2020 0
2019 0
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We are already supplying lower-carbon energy We are pleased to report that our Scope 1 emissions
alternatives, and believe that as they become a more have reduced and while Scope 2 has increased
widespread reality across Africa, we will be well marginally due to the higher conversion factor that
positioned to deliver the benefits to our customers. was released, our operational intensity ratio (Scope 1
It is crucial to understand the climate-related risks and 2) has remained the same as in 2022. Our overall
and opportunities we are presented with and ensure emissions (Scope 1, 2 and material Scope 3 categories)
they are fully considered in our strategy. We have have increased, due to business growth and increased
therefore aligned with the TCFD framework and are product sales across the Group, however, the intensity
now integrating the outcomes across our businesses, ratio has decreased compared to 2022.
strategy and financial planning. For more information
We continue to implement short-, medium- and
see pages 35 to 38.
long-term initiatives aimed at managing Scope 1 and 2
impacts. These include reducing our own emissions in
GREENHOUSE GASES (GHG)
accordance with our sustainability framework, along
In 2023, we further strengthened our gathering, with increasing efficiencies and solar initiatives across
monitoring and reporting of our greenhouse gas the Group.
inventory across our operating units, adhering to the
guidelines established by the GHG Protocol. At the Considering the nature of the products we sell, our
end of December, a further operating unit in Mayotte indirect Scope 3 impact far outweighs our direct
was added. Our GHG Inventory Management Plan emissions. While meeting the ongoing demand for
serves as the framework for gathering, calculating and hydrocarbon fuels from our customers, we must
assessing our GHG emissions. Alongside our Scope 1 prioritise doing so in the most environmentally‑friendly
and 2 emissions, we report on ten Scope 3 emission way possible. We have broadened our supply of
categories, in accordance with the GHG Protocol lower-carbon fuel alternatives by acquiring the
Corporate Value Chain (Scope 3) Accounting and Somagaz group, a fully integrated LPG operator in
Planet
Reporting Standard. Scope 3 category 6 (business Mayotte, and continue to enhance our solar offering
travel) has been removed due to falling outside the to meet the demands of our customers.
materiality threshold. The availability and revision Currently, we stand among the select few companies
of International Energy Agency (IEA) electricity in Africa that incorporate additives into most of the
With fuel demand emission factors have further improved the accuracy Retail fuels we sell to improve efficiency. As fuel
of our indirect emission data, with 2019 as our base
expected to grow across year. Our reporting includes emissions relating to
technology progresses, we remain at the forefront
and have recently introduced new fuel formulations
our markets, we aim the use of sold products, where much of our value
chain emissions fall. Page 30 includes disclosure of
in Mauritius, Rwanda and Cape Verde, providing
additional benefits to customers.
to meet it in the most our Group-wide Scope 1 and 2 emissions, and all
calculated categories of Scope 3 emissions.
climate‑friendly way We have not included emissions from our central
possible and minimise the offices located outside our OUs as these are small,
shared offices, responsible for minimal emissions.
impact on our planet. This includes our small shared office in the UK and
as such has minimal GHG emissions.
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PRODUCT SPILLS Today, our core businesses are focused on distributing Supplying low- or zero-carbon fuels in
We consider any release of product to the and marketing fuels and lubricants to our Retail and Retail and Commercial segments
environment as unacceptable and continue to Commercial customers in Africa. We are continually monitoring and responding to
implement stringent process safety standards and We therefore perceive that the most material Retail and Commercial customers’ demands for new
procedures, as well as ensuring our contractors have transition risks to the Group are related to factors that technologies and lower-carbon alternatives such as
advanced technical mitigations in place to prevent spills. could reduce demand for the fuels we sell due to any LPG, solar or other commercially attractive options,
combination of climate-related technology, market and as part of the transition. During the year, we
During 2023, we unfortunately experienced a road
policy and legal developments across our markets. investigated new mobility solutions including electric
transport incident, which resulted in 13.45 m3 of
buses and electric two- and three-wheeler battery
product being spilt. We immediately took action to We have identified a number of activities and plans swapping solutions.
minimise the impact of this spill on the environment. across key climate-related areas, which both harness
Following the emergency response and subsequent transition opportunities and mitigate transition risks. Achieving lower emissions logistics In Kenya, we installed a 150 kW solar
remediation, our team ensured that the site was
extensively cleaned, in accordance with national We continue to engage with our fuel delivery fleet PV system at our Nairobi terminal. As a
Using renewable power at our facilities suppliers to minimise the climate impact of trucks
legislative requirements. result we have been able to reduce energy
We are including on-site solar power at newly built used for transporting our fuel to end‑users, and
Any incident – even the most minor – is diligently and rebuilt Retail sites where possible. In 2023, we are investigating technology solutions to reduce consumption at the depot by around
investigated, with the ‘Learning From Incident’ being added solar to 95 sites and two depots. truck trips taken. To minimise fuel usage, we are 13,000 kWh per month, reducing carbon
developed and shared across the Group, to reduce prioritising pipeline and rail transport ahead of road, emissions and saving electricity cost.
the risk of reoccurrence. Supporting electric vehicles (EV) where possible.
in our Retail segment
SUPPORTING THE ENERGY TRANSITION We have continued to pilot EV charging infrastructure, SOCIETAL IMPACT
We recognise that the sustainability of our business rolling out more charging stations in a number of our We continued our Green Champions programme,
depends on our understanding of the climate-related markets, such as Mauritius, Reunion and Morocco, to encouraging colleagues across the Group to develop
risks and opportunities we face, together with understand its potential and ensure we are positioned and implement local sustainability initiatives.
our commitment to ensuring that these are fully to address customer demand as it evolves.
considered in our strategy.
2023 13.5
2022 0
2021 18.4
2020 1.7
2019 7.5
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Partnerships and promoting a better quality of life and more Windhoek Marathon to help raise funds for
sustainable future. government-run schools. The event attracted more
than 1,200 runners, raising funds to support thousands
SHIFTING OUR FOCUS AREAS of students.
Engaging with and supporting the Since our foundation in 2011, we have based our
Health
development of our partners and community investment activities on Road Safety,
Education and the Environment. We have invested Addressing health challenges is a paramount concern
local communities helps us gain a millions of dollars and successfully supported over a
thousand projects across the Group, centred on these
for Vivo Energy as we recognise the profound
impact it has on communities. Health disparities
better understanding of their needs three focus areas. persist in many of our markets, affecting vulnerable
populations. We are determined to foster a healthier
and concerns. In April, we chose to review these, and invited our society by investing in programmes that prioritise
colleagues to have their say, asking them to vote on preventive healthcare, access to medical services,
a long list of potential new community investment and health education. Collaborating with local
focus areas. healthcare providers and community organisations,
Over 750 colleagues voted – a tremendous response we aim to create sustainable initiatives that enhance
and a great demonstration of how much our overall wellbeing. Our focus extends to supporting
community investment activity matters to them. initiatives that improve sanitation, nutrition and disease
prevention, contributing to the creation of resilient
Following review by the ESG Committee and and thriving communities.
verification by the Board, we have changed our
community investment focus areas to Education,
Health and Renewable Energy (solar).
Our Communications Managers across the Group are
starting to shift their community investment activity
to these new priorities, and throughout 2023, we
supported around 100 community projects.
Education
We are active in the development and delivery of
a wide range of educational initiatives across the
continent. Many are aimed at children and young
people, with the objective of fostering academic
achievement, entrepreneurship and learning.
Others are focused on skills and knowledge for life,
often with an emphasis on safety, environmental
issues and health. See Sonia Dammak, our Communications
Manager in Tunisia, talk about how we are
Following an 11-year ongoing partnership with supporting communities in her operating unit.
the Ministry of Education in Tunisia, we further
strengthened this relationship by launching a
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During ‘Pink October’ several of our operating units Renewable energy ENABLING LOCAL ENTERPRISE
ran internal and external activities to support breast Acknowledging the critical role of sustainable energy We are focused on supporting the growth of our PARTNERSHIPS
cancer awareness. These included workshops on in mitigating climate change, we are dedicated to dealer and transporter network and other local
breast cancer, screening programmes and donations. advancing the use of renewable energy sources. businesses – creating tens of thousands of indirect
In Ghana, we partnered with the National Road
Safety Authority and Health Nexus Network to
Our commitment extends beyond minimising our
own environmental footprint to actively promoting
the adoption of clean energy solutions within
jobs across our network.
In order to manage our retail network efficiently, we
AROUND 100
launch our Fit2Drive Wellness Programme, designed
specifically for commercial drivers. The programme the communities we serve. Through strategic
utilise local dealers to operate approximately 95% of community investment
our sites to our exacting standards. We support our
aims to promote and enhance the physical and partnerships, technological innovation and community
engagement, we aim to accelerate the transition to
dealers to ensure they have a platform to succeed and projects launched during
mental wellbeing of commercial drivers, ensuring they regularly check that they’re maintaining the standards
maintain optimal health and safety standards while on renewable energy. By supporting projects that harness
that we require. the year.
the road. solar and other renewable resources, we aspire to
contribute to a greener and more sustainable future.
In Madagascar, we signed a partnership agreement RESPONSIBLE PURCHASING
with the Compassion Madagascar Association, During the year, our team in Senegal continued its We place great emphasis on operating our business
aimed at providing treatment for children suffering support of the For Hope Association, and expanded with high ethical standards and in a socially responsible
from cancer. Through this partnership, we will fund its rural electrification project using solar panels for way, and want to work with business partners that
chemotherapy sessions and cancer treatment for villages in the rural community of N’Guellou, located share our values. We have developed a Supplier
children from disadvantaged families. in the centre of Senegal. Code of Conduct for our partners to adhere to,
which covers minimum standards on areas including:
Following a series of natural disasters in Africa during human rights and modern slavery, respect, child labour
the year, our teams have supported health relief and discrimination.
efforts for local communities, including: donations in
Morocco to support the earthquake relief; in Kenya to
support the National Steering Committee on Drought
Response; and in Malawi to support the victims of
Cyclone Freddy.
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3 Human rights – Combatting Modern Slavery statement – Our vision, culture and values 23 to 24
– Privacy policy
– Data protection policy
– Human Rights Policy statement
– Supplier Code of Conduct
5 Anti-corruption – Anti-bribery and Corruption manual – Criminal activity, fraud, bribery and 40
and anti-bribery – Anti-money laundering policy compliance risk
– Anti-trust manual – Our vision, culture and values 23 to 24
– Whistle-blowing policy
– Know Your Counterparty policy
– Gifts and hospitality policy
– Sponsorship and donations policy
– Code of Conduct
6 Principal risks and uncertainties – Principal risks and uncertainties 39 to 41
7 Non-financial key performance – Non-financial key performance indicators 14 to 15
While not all of these policies are included in the Annual Report, indicators
they are available to view on the Vivo Energy website/intranet sites.
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The Board recognises that Vivo Energy is run for the stakeholders. Stakeholder interests are not always Acquisitions
benefit of our shareholders, but that the long-term aligned and on some occasions, it is necessary for In February 2023, the Board of Vivo Energy and
SECTION success of the Group is reliant on the fostering
and nurturing of relationships with a variety of
the Board to prioritise the needs of one stakeholder
group over another and every decision we make will
Petronas announced the combination of their
respective African businesses to create one of Africa’s
172(1)
stakeholders and the regular consideration of the therefore not necessarily result in a positive outcome largest energy distribution companies. Under the
impact of the Group’s activities on them. Accordingly, for all of our stakeholders. By considering the terms agreed Petronas will sell its entire 74% interest
we listen to and collaborate with a wide range of Company’s purpose, vision and values together with in Engen Limited to Vivo Energy at completion.
STATEMENT stakeholders in order to grow our business and deliver
value. In addition to our investors and shareholders
we have identified five key stakeholder groups;
its strategic priorities and having a process in place for
decision-making, we do, however, aim to make sure
that our decisions are consistent and predictable.
The transaction is subject to customary conditions
precedent including regulatory approvals and is
expected to complete during the first half of 2024.
Engaging with stakeholders is our people, customers, partners, communities and
governments. Further details about how we engage DECISION-MAKING The Board considered several factors including the
fundamental, and we believe that with these stakeholders can be found on pages 13 Group’s strategic aims, risks and expected returns as
The Board’s main responsibility is to promote
considering them in key business and 46. the long-term success of the Group, leading in an
well as the interest of the employees, shareholders
and suppliers before concluding that entering into the
decisions is not only our legal The Board plays a critical role in ensuring that Vivo entrepreneurial manner ensuring we generate value
transaction is in the best interests of the Company and
for stakeholders. We have a clear framework for
obligation but the right thing to do. Energy conducts its business in a manner which is
determining the matters which are within the Board’s
its stakeholders as a whole. For further details on the
consistent with the highest standards of corporate Engen transaction see page 6.
governance and ethical behaviour so that the Group remit and have approved Terms of Reference for the
contributes positively to wider society. The individual matters delegated to the Board’s Committees. In December 2023, Vivo Energy acquired the
Directors and the Board as a whole are aware Somagaz group, thereby expanding its network to
Throughout the year, the Board has considered the
and mindful of their duty under section 172(1) of 24 African and Indian Ocean markets. This acquisition
long-term consequences of the decisions it has taken,
the Companies Act 2006 to act in the way which was considered to align with Vivo Energy’s growth
focusing on the interests of relevant stakeholders as
they consider, in good faith, would be most likely to strategy, in particular, allowing the Group to expand
appropriate. Set out below are examples of how the
promote the success of the Company for the benefit its LPG business, reach new customers and deliver
Directors discharged their duties under section 172
of its members as a whole. In doing this, section 172 enhanced value.
during the year.
requires a Director to have regard, among other
matters, to the: Community investment
KEY BOARD DECISIONS
Refinancing of credit facilities Engaging with our partners and local communities
– likely consequences of any decisions in the long term;
helps us gain a better understanding of their needs
– interests of the Company’s employees; A key objective for the Group is to manage and
and concerns. Since our foundation, we have
maintain the Company’s liquidity and capital resources
– need to foster the Company’s business successfully supported over a thousand projects across
through prudent and disciplined financial management.
relationships with suppliers, customers and others; the Group, centred on Road Safety, Education and
– impact of the Company’s operations on the In June 2023, the Group secured a new $700 million the Environment. This year, following a Group-wide
community and environment; facility split across a five-year Term loan and a employee survey, we decided to refocus our activities
revolving credit facility. The facilities were used to to the three areas that our employees felt would
– desirability of the Company maintaining a reputation refinance the $600 million Bridge loan and for general most benefit local communities and our partners,
for high standards of business conduct; and corporate purposes. these being Education, Health and Renewable Energy.
– need to act fairly as between members of the More information can be found on pages 31 and 32.
Company. The Board considered and assessed the transaction
and a range of alternatives, key risks and the interest The expectations of local communities, customers,
In discharging section 172 duties the Directors have of shareholders, our people, and suppliers before suppliers, our host governments and our people, who
regard to the factors set out above. The Directors concluding that refinancing the credit facilities would are all invested in supporting the development of
also have regard to other factors which they consider strengthen the Group’s financial position and would our local communities and partners, were important
relevant to the decision being made. therefore be in the best interest of the Company and considerations when making the above decision.
The Board considers all relevant factors and its stakeholders as a whole.
stakeholders in deciding on a course of action that
is most likely to result in sustainable success for all
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GOVERNANCE
Climate-related issues have been considered as a THE BOARD
TASK FORCE principal risk since 2020 and are formally embedded
into our systematic risk identification, evaluation, and Oversees Group-wide climate-related risks and opportunities.
FINANCIAL
and Climate Committee (now ESG Committee). Audit and Risk Committee is responsible for reviewing and monitoring the overall
Chaired by the CEO, the Committee plays an integral Group risk profile, including climate-related risks and internal controls.
role in overseeing our climate‑related progress and
STRATEGY
Vivo Energy operates across 24 markets in Africa, These time horizons included RISK CATEGORY CLIMATE SCENARIO APPLIED RATIONALE FOR SELECTION
each with different physical geographies and varying
levels of climate-related maturity across market, PHYSICAL RISKS Very High GHG Emissions: – Aligns with the most credible
technological, and policy and legal aspects. We believe 2021-2024 and recent global consensus on
that our operating units are well-equipped to respond Short term IPCC SSP5-8.5 (4.4°C best estimate
0-3 years climate science
to local, short-term climate-related issues, such as by end of century)
physical or environmental risks, and monitoring – Allows transparency
and responding to any transition-driven changes in Medium term
2025-2029 and comparability
4-8 years
customer demand. Intermediate GHG Emissions: IPCC – F ocusing on results from SSP5-
In 2021, we completed a climate scenario analysis SSP2-4.5 (2.7°C best estimate by end 8.5 (the very high GHG emissions
to broaden our understanding of the possible Long term
2030-2060 of century) scenario) delineates worst-case
9-39 years exposure to physical climate hazards
impacts of physical and transition risks and transition
opportunities. We adopted short-, medium- and
long‑term time horizons for our climate scenarios TRANSITION RISKS IEA Sustainable Development Scenario – O ffers quantitative, forward-looking
to be able to capture climate-related risks and (consistent with the ‘well below 2°C’ Africa-specific assumptions, such
opportunities which may manifest beyond goal of the Paris Agreement, consistent as oil and liquid fuel demand, to be
traditional horizons. with limiting the global temperature rise utilised as part of climate scenario
We defined a list of the most relevant climate-related to 1.65°C with a 50% probability) analysis
risks and opportunities via an in-depth analysis of our – F ocuses on SDGs to which Vivo
business and a series of engagement workshops across Energy is well positioned to
key business segments and functions. The list was contribute (e.g. SDG 7-ensuring
validated and consolidated by the ESG Committee.
universal access to affordable,
The risks and opportunities described here are
consistent with the prior year and are potential drivers reliable, sustainable and modern
and outcomes that could be presented at various energy services by 2030)
points in the future, depending on regional and global
climate pathways. They are not necessarily new to us,
and in many cases, we already have business responses PHYSICAL RISKS
corresponding to these risks and opportunities.
RISK DESCRIPTION POTENTIAL OUTCOMES RELEVANT RISK
Based on the analysis done in 2021, climate change is TIME TYPE
not expected to have a significant or material impact HORIZON
over the Group’s business operations in the short
and medium term. The 2021 assessment therefore,
remains relevant and reflective of the Group in 2023. Event-based: Increased – Asset damage to depots and retail sites; Acute
Furthermore, there have been no developments in frequency and severity Increased capex and insurance costs
the organisation or climate change factors, that would of extreme weather events – Disrupted operations of depots and retail sites;
result in a significant change of the 2021 assessment including: inland flooding; Decreased revenues and increased operating
and its conclusions. heatwaves; droughts and costs at depots and retail sites
storms/cyclones
Long-term shifts: Changes in – Increased operating costs of depots and retail sites Chronic
average climate conditions
– Increased maintenance capex and insurance costs
including rising sea levels,
coastal flooding and increased – Accelerated depreciation of asset values
average temperatures and asset relocation requirement
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RISK DESCRIPTION POTENTIAL RELEVANT RISK TYPE OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION POTENTIAL RELEVANT OPPORTUNITY
OUTCOMES TIME OUTCOMES TIME TYPE
HORIZON HORIZON
New climate-related reporting and – Legal or reputational Policy & Legal/ Increased operational efficiency of – Reduced operating Technology/
disclosure requirements or obligations issues; increased Reputational Vivo Energy retail sites and depots; costs from Market
compliance costs increased renewable energy supply asset efficiency gains
to Vivo Energy retail sites and depots
Failure to meet internal or – Increased operating costs Reputational
external stakeholders’ climate- from employee turnover; Improving logistics fleet fuel efficiency – Reduced operating Technology
related expectations resulting in reduced revenues due and optimising routing schedules; where costs from
degraded relations with current to challenges attracting possible, prioritising pipeline and rail fleet efficiency gains
or potential employees new talent over road as means of distribution
of products
Increased costs of products due to – Reduced revenues due to Market/
policy changes to fuel subsidies; or lower demand for higher Policy & Legal Meeting increased retail demands for – Increased revenues from Technology/Market/
higher trading prices of oil and liquid cost products lower carbon fuel alternatives (e.g. emerging or new retail Policy & Legal
fuels due to transitional policies LPG, biofuels), electric vehicle charging and commercial market
infrastructure, or lower carbon demands
Commercial customers – Reduced revenues in our Technology/ products; meeting increased commercial
transitioning to alternative fuels or Commercial segment Market demand for renewable energy or
renewable technologies sustainable aviation fuels
Degradation of commercial – Reduced revenues due to Market SCENARIO ANALYSIS – PHYSICAL These markets were selected in order to represent a
partnerships due to divergent climate loss of brand value Our physical assets are exposed to occasional local range of physical geographies across Africa, assumed
strategy or ambition environmental stressors and all local incidents are to be exposed to different types of physical climate
recorded via our HSSEQ tool. Mitigative actions are hazards, as well as their overall significance to the
Policies or technology shifts that – Reduced revenues in our Technology/Market/ followed when required, while KPIs are systematically Group’s Retail and Commercial businesses.
result in an increased share of electric Retail segment Policy & Legal tracked to reflect asset performance – to date, no The total sample included 31 assets (six depots and
vehicles and hybrids in the passenger physical climate-related issues have materialised at a 25 retail sites). Our focus was on understanding the
transport mix; alternative fuel uptake; Group level. The conclusions of the 2021 scenario possible exposure under medium- and long‑term
improvements in internal combustion analysis are still considered relevant for 2023. horizons. The physical hazards assessed included
engine efficiency; or reduced consumer In our first iteration of climate scenario analysis, chronic risks from sea level rise and average
demand for fuels we assessed a representative sample of assets from temperatures, and acute risks from drought,
markets representing over 40% of Group volumes, heatwaves, inland floods and wildfires.
Mandatory carbon pricing impacting – Increased operating costs; Policy & Legal including Kenya, Mozambique, Mali, Morocco
the power or aviation sectors reduced revenues in our and Mauritius.
Commercial segment
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OUR KEY FINDINGS FROM THE OUR KEY FINDINGS FROM THE RISK MANAGEMENT
EXERCISE ARE SUMMARISED BELOW: EXERCISE ARE SUMMARISED BELOW: Below we summarise our activities and As climate-related risks are on the Group’s list of
plans across key climate-related areas, which principal risks, they are subject to Vivo Energy’s
– In the medium term, under both climate – There is minimal impact to fuel demand growth we perceive as both harnessing transition risk management framework. The scenario analysis
scenarios (IPCC SSP5-8.5, IPCC SSP2-4.5), the in the short- and medium-term horizons, opportunities, and mitigating transition risks. process has helped determine possible climate-related
majority of assets assessed were at low compared to current market projections. risks at asset, business unit and Group level, and also
exposure to most sources of physical – In the long-term, our fuel sales volumes could USING RENEWABLE POWER highlight the actions we are already taking to manage
hazard. Instances of elevated exposure to continue to grow under the IEA SDS but at AT OUR FACILITIES these types of risks. We are in the process of ensuring
droughts and heatwaves were identified at a slower rate than our forecasts based upon We are including on-site solar power at newly built that physical and transition risks are systematically
some assets in the medium term. current market projections, as oil demand in and rebuilt retail sites where possible. In 2023 we included in all risk registers at OU level. Internal Audit
– In the long term, under both climate the African transport sector increases into the added solar to 95 retail sites and two depots. has instructed our OUs to consider both physical, and
scenarios (IPCC SSP5-8.5, IPCC SSP2-4.5), long-term horizon under this scenario. transition risks in their risk assessments and reporting,
elevated exposure to droughts and and guidance has been provided on how to integrate
We continue to closely monitor demand indicators these risks on the country level risk registers. Our goal
heatwaves was identified as the most
in each of our markets and believe we are well is to achieve a level of granularity and consistency
prevalent change across the sample of
positioned to react quickly to transition‑driven that will adequately reflect all material climate‑related
assets assessed. No coastal assets were
changes to demand that may occur. risks centrally, enabling comprehensive identification,
significantly exposed to sea-level rise in SUPPORTING ELECTRIC
the long term under either climate scenario. VEHICLES (EV) IN OUR RETAIL analysis and evaluation, along with the adequacy of
OUR STRATEGY FOR RESILIENCE existing controls over the relevant time horizons.
SEGMENT
Note To date, the actual impact of climate-related risks Further details on our risk management around
We are piloting EV charging infrastructure in a
Qualitative physical hazard exposure classifications on our financial performance and financial position number of our markets, such as Mauritius, Reunion climate risks can be found on pages 39 and 41.
(i.e. low; moderate; high) are assigned by Sust Global, and are based has been non-material. However, we are actively and Morocco, to understand its potential and ensure
upon thresholds applied to quantitative hazard-specific exposure considering our strategy, role and responses to we are positioned to address customer demand as METRICS AND TARGETS
metrics, as per the site-by-site results of the analysis.
energy transitions across our markets. We have it evolves. As described on pages 28 to 30, we have continued
SCENARIO ANALYSIS – TRANSITION already invested in transition initiatives such as to focus on our GHG reporting and disclosure.
on-site solar across our network and EV charging To facilitate the Group’s ability to assess performance
Today, our core businesses are focused on distributing
infrastructure in a range of countries including against transitional climate‑related risks and
and marketing fuels and lubricants to our Retail and SUPPLYING LOW- OR
Morocco and Reunion. We are continuously opportunities, we are tracking our operational
Commercial customers in Africa. We therefore ZERO‑CARBON FUELS IN
monitoring demand trends for lower-carbon energy emissions and value chain emissions intensity.
perceive that the most material transition risks to RETAIL AND COMMERCIAL
and fuel alternatives, along with our capital allocation
the Group are related to factors that could reduce SEGMENTS Our operational emissions intensity represents the
to ensure we can respond to changing market needs.
demand for the fuels we sell due to any combination We are continually monitoring and responding to emissions from the operation of our facilities (e.g.
We internally track the performance of our business
of climate-related technology, market, and policy Retail and Commercial customers’ demands for from the purchase of electricity, heat and cooling),
practice, focusing on the operational savings from the
and legal developments across our markets. new technologies and lower-carbon alternatives relative to the volume of fuel products supplied to
investments made to reduce our impact, and operate such as LPG, solar or other commercially
The conclusions of the 2021 scenario analysis are still and consumed by our customers. This metric reflects
our offices, depots and service stations attractive options, as part of the transition.
considered relevant for 2023. our operational greenhouse gas reduction efforts,
more efficiently.
including the overall impact of initiatives such as
ACHIEVING LOWER EMISSIONS increasing the number of retail sites and depots with
LOGISTICS on‑site solar power. Further details on Scope 1, 2 and
We are engaging with our fuel delivery 3 emissions can be found on page 30.
fleet suppliers to minimise the climate impact of
trucks used for transporting our fuel to end-
users. To minimise fuel usage, we are prioritising
pipeline, marine and rail transport ahead of road,
where possible.
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RISK MANAGEMENT
MANAGEMENT uses the five components of the framework: control in a continuous cycle. Risk assessment includes risk provided by our General Business Principles, the
environment, risk assessment, control activities, identification, analysis and evaluation, and ensures primary control mechanisms are self-appraisal
monitoring, and information and communication. each risk is analysed to identify the consequence and processes in combination with strict accountability
The main purpose of risk evaluation likelihood of the risk occurring and the adequacy for results. These mechanisms are underpinned by
The Audit and Risk Committee and the Board established policies, standards and guidance that
of existing controls. The risk register is one of the
is to help prioritise risks and are responsible for reviewing and monitoring the
key components of our risk management and relate to particular types of risk.
overall risk profile, the adequacy of the Group’s risk
ensure effective risk management. management and the effectiveness of internal controls.
governance structure.
OUR DYNAMIC RISK ENVIRONMENT
Through an embedded approach The various risk reporting channels are consolidated
Emerging risks are considered particularly important As part of the risk management framework, we
to risk management, we are able into one streamlined escalation process which is used
in our strategic planning process to identify potential regularly consider changes in the nature, likelihood
by the Board to assess and analyse the risks of the
to mitigate and manage risks and shifts in critical assumptions and develop or modify
Group and implement an action plan when necessary.
and impact of existing and new risks, including the
strategies to either minimise their negative effects or Group’s ability to respond to changes in its business
embrace opportunities as they arise. capitalise on the opportunities that they may present. Our Internal Audit team performs a continuous and the external environment.
assessment of our significant risks and communicates
The Misconduct and Loss Reporting Policy, together
them to senior management, who in turn develop
with the Investigation Guidelines, directs our
action plans to address the identified risks.
response to fraud and manages the reporting,
Internal Audit reports directly to the Audit and Risk
analysis and investigation of serious allegations or
Committee on the principal risks. The Committee
concerns. The Group’s Ethics & Compliance function
will review and assess the status of each risk.
monitors the cases identified and initiates or advises
Reviews and recommendations are presented to
on the investigations when suspicions or allegations
senior management to continuously strengthen our
are reported.
internal control framework.
9. Epidemic
15 10. Local content
9 11. Climate change
LOW 12. Acquisition integration
13. Credit management
14. Taxation risk
15. Human resources and talent management
LOW MEDIUM HIGH
LIKELIHOOD
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Our activities are exposed to various risks and uncertainties. These are risks that we assess as relevant and significant to our business at this time, however, other risks could emerge in the future.
1. PARTNER REPUTATION AND RELATIONSHIPS 3. OIL PRICE FLUCTUATIONS 5. HEALTH AND SAFETY
Our business depends on a small number of key contractual brand The price of oil and oil products may fluctuate preventing the Group We are exposed to accidents or incidents relating to HSSEQ and are
relationships with our brand partners, Shell and Engen. We also rely on from realising its targeted margins, specifically in the unregulated markets further subject to laws and regulations and industry standards related to
our own business reputation and brand, as well as that of our business where we operate. operations in each of the operating countries.
partners, in order to successfully grow our business and develop new
Price fluctuations could negatively impact the value of stocks, resulting in We may incur potential liabilities and the brand reputation can be severely
relationships with other brand partners.
stock losses. impacted, along with employee confidence.
The termination of any key brand licence or deterioration of our brand
Exposure to commodity price risk is mitigated through careful inventory Regulators and authorities may impose fines, disruptions to operations
name could have a material impact on our ability to grow or maintain our
and supply chain management as well as dynamic pricing. and disallow permits for future ventures.
business and could have a material cost impact on current operations.
A negative trend or development in the brand or reputation of one of 4. CURRENCY EXCHANGE RISK 6. ECONOMIC AND
our key business partners could adversely impact our current business GOVERNMENTAL INSTABILITY
and future growth plans if it were to adversely impact consumer The Group is also exposed to foreign exchange risk, currency exchange
sentiment towards the brands under which we operate. controls, currency shortage and other currency-related risks. Several countries and regions in which we operate have experienced
economic and political instability that could adversely affect the economy
Our treasury policy requires each country to manage its foreign exchange
of our markets.
2. CRIMINAL ACTIVITY, FRAUD, BRIBERY AND risks. The Central Treasury team approves all hedging plans before they
COMPLIANCE RISK are actioned to ensure they are aligned with our strategic focus. An economic slowdown which adversely affects, for example, disposable
income, vehicle distance driven, or infrastructure development, in
There are a number of regulations and rules that are applicable to one or more of these regions could negatively impact our sales and
the Group, such as the anti-bribery and corruption laws, sanctions have a material adverse effect on the business, financial conditions and
(restrictions) and Know Your Counterparty best practices. operational results.
In addition, the number of regulations applicable to the Group and the This includes the enactment of local content and local ownership laws that
(related) risk of non-compliance can increase with any extension of the could impact our markets and operations.
Group activities to new territories.
There is also an elevated risk of robbery and theft associated with the
The Group ensures that all alleged, suspected or actual fraud cases deteriorating economic conditions in most countries.
and fraud attempts are systematically investigated. The Group has
a confidential whistle-blowing helpline for employees, contractors,
customers and other third parties to raise ethical concerns or questions
in all OUs. Furthermore, the Group regularly maintains and updates its
IT and control systems. The fraud prevention framework also includes a
code of conduct, a conflict of interest policy, as well as training.
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7. PRODUCT AVAILABILITY AND SUPPLY 10. LOCAL CONTENT 13. CREDIT MANAGEMENT
We are dependent upon the supply of fuels, lubricants and additives from There is an increasing trend across the continent on local content We face risks arising from credit exposure on Commercial and Retail
various suppliers. When raw materials are needed urgently, asymmetric regulations. New regulations are in the pipeline that could significantly customers, including outstanding receivables and committed transactions.
negotiations occur. The bargaining power shifts to the supplier who in impact our operations (shareholding of energy supply companies). This may result in financial loss as a result of bad debts and lost revenue.
turn can charge a higher price. In some countries, local content regulations already oblige local companies
Exceeded payment terms impact the OUs’ working capital and can create
to be given first priority in the provision of goods and services in some
Furthermore, we are restricted by limited storage capacity within some liquidity challenges for the business. In 2023, the challenging economic
specific sectors (e.g. mining). The risk impact has, therefore, increased in
of the countries in which we operate. The increased procurement costs and financial environment directly impacted the Group’s credit exposure
the current year.
could lower our margins. Limited supply of products and storage facilities resulting in an increase in the risk impact.
may result in stockouts. This could further result in breach of contract and
11. CLIMATE CHANGE We maintain country-specific Credit Policy Manuals which ensure a
disruptions to our operations, leaving us susceptible to fines or penalties.
harmonised, cost-effective and value-adding credit process in all classes of
Although many uncertainties exist about the potential consequences of business. Continuous monitoring of outstanding credit balances ensures
8. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY RISK future climate change, it will result in adverse effects on human health, our overall risk remains within our tolerance.
ecosystems, economic systems and infrastructures that are sensitive to
The Group continues to experience phishing attacks and cyber-fraud
changes in climate. 14. TAXATION RISK
reported activities. The Group conducts regular phishing simulation
exercises to test, assess and validate staff awareness and appropriate Non-adherence to the evolving regulation, technology and customer
Tax risk management is part of the Group’s overall business strategy
conduct when receiving emails. needs exposes the Group to compliance and financial risks.
to avoid unnecessary tax costs, while ensuring sound compliance with
Brand reputation can be severely impacted, along with employee
legislative requirements. We ensure the Group stays abreast of relevant
9. EPIDEMIC confidence. Regulators and authorities may impose fines, disrupt our
tax developments and have developed control mechanisms and policies
operations and suspend licences to operate.
We face risks of prolonged impacts from pandemics/epidemics that can be applied at our operating units and Group level.
worldwide that had or may have dramatic effects on humans, economies Financial markets (investors) could re-orientate investment criteria to
We have adapted existing risk management procedures to incorporate
and security. environmental, social and governmental issues.
tax risk elements with the objective to ensure that appropriate policies
A new pandemic and the related social and economic consequences Shifts in customer behaviours, expectations and consumption trends may and procedures are in place to protect our operating units and the Group
could negatively impact the stability of some of the countries where impact our volumes, in particular in countries which start to experience from potential tax authorities challenge.
we operate, intensifying social tensions which may require the Group the emergence of a hybrid and electric vehicles market.
to rapidly adapt and manage its key operational and financial variables. HUMAN RESOURCES AND TALENT MANAGEMENT
The Group has previously and will be able to effectively adapt its review 12. ACQUISITION INTEGRATION
and monitoring of critical operations and finance activities. We may be unable to identify or accurately evaluate suitable acquirees or 15. HUMAN RESOURCES AND TALENT MANAGEMENT
The Group Business Continuity Plans can be activated quickly and to complete or integrate past or prospective acquisitions successfully in a
effectively to keep employees, retailers and contractors safe and timely manner, which could materially adversely affect growth. Over-solicitation of staff (in relation with projects to manage in parallel
ensure the security of our critical sites and operations. This plan to day-to-day activities) can become a demotivating factor and may
We may incur write-downs, impairment charges or unforeseen liabilities, contribute to staff inefficiency which may result in increased costs.
ensures the Group is able to maintain supply to its Retail sites and placing strain on financial resources. Occurrences of indebtedness could
Commercial customers. result in increased obligations and include covenants or other restrictions Key people may leave the Group, with some joining competitors. We
There has been no resurgence of any past or outbreak of new pandemics that limit operational flexibility. maintain detailed succession plans and talent management programmes.
in the markets in which we operate over the year and, therefore, the risk All acquisition decisions are intensively reviewed at several stages with Employee discontent can result in industrial disputes, strikes and
impact is considered to have decreased. ultimate approval by the Board. This ensures risks at all levels are being sub‑standard performance. We maintain constructive dialogue with
assessed and mitigated throughout the process. We ensure there are unions and workforce representatives.
detailed integration plans with realistic timelines as well as designated
teams to execute the plan. Tailored on-boarding and training is delivered
post-acquisition to ensure a smooth and efficient transition.
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Governance The following pages describe our governance arrangements, the operation of the
Board and its Committees and how the Board has discharged its responsibilities
during the year.
Compliance statement 42
Board of Directors 43
Board leadership and company purpose 44
Role of the Board and division of responsibilities 47
Directors’ Report 49
Statement of Directors’ responsibilities 51
COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Good governance is essential for creating long-term viability of the business and
the economic development of the communities where we operate. The Vivo Energy Board
has overall responsibility for governance.
Having an effective corporate governance framework defines responsibilities, aids the
Board in delivering the Group’s strategy and is vital to effective decision-making. The Board
adopted the Wates Corporate Governance Principles for Large Private Companies (the
Principles) as the Company’s governance code with effect from 1 January 2023. Details of our
corporate governance arrangements and how we have applied the Principles during the year
are set out throughout this Governance Report and, where indicated in this report, in the
Strategic Report.
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Board of Directors
The Group is led by an effective and committed Board,
focused on driving the long-term success of Vivo Energy.
JAY GLEACHER STAN MITTELMAN MATTHEW STACEY SELIM ŞIPER CHRISTOPHER BAKE
INTERIM CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR INDEPENDENT CHAIRMAN
Appointment Date: 26 July 2022 Appointment Date: 3 March 2022 Appointment Date: 26 July 2022
NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Appointment Date: 26 July 2022
Skills and Experience Skills and Experience Skills and Experience Appointment Date: 26 July 2022 Skills and Experience
Jay Gleacher became Interim Chief Financial Stan Mittelman brings over 30 years of Matt Stacey is Head of Middle Distillates Skills and Experience Chris Bake joined the Board in July 2022 and
Officer in January 2023, having initially joined downstream energy experience to Vivo at Vitol. Selim Şiper has an excellent understanding became the Chairman in February 2023.
the Board in July 2022. As Interim CFO, Jay is Energy and has spent a substantial part of his Matt is a highly experienced leader of brands and consumers, a track record Chris is a highly experienced leader and brings
responsible for financial control, treasury & career operating in Africa. who brings a wealth of knowledge and of strong operations management and an significant investment, strategy development
credit, IT and procurement. Before joining Vivo Energy, Stan was SVP understanding of the oil markets to international perspective of driving value in and M&A experience to the Board, together
Jay has extensive finance and M&A Africa at TotalEnergies Marketing & Services, Vivo Energy. complex environments. with a deep knowledge of the energy sector.
experience in the energy sector. Besides the where he led the fuel retailing and marketing Before joining Vitol in 2015, Matt worked From 2017 to 2022 Selim was the CEO of Since joining Vitol in 1995, Chris has held
Vivo Energy Board, Jay is also a supervisory business across 40 countries in Africa. for Royal Dutch Shell, where he held Petrol Ofisi, Turkey’s leading distributor of various leadership positions in Dubai,
board member of Varo Energy B.V. Prior to this, Stan held a range of senior various trading and management positions fuels and lubricants, and he now serves on Bahrain, London, Buenos Aires and Houston.
Prior to joining Vivo Energy, Jay was an positions at TotalEnergies, including CEO across its distillate business, in both London Petrol Ofisi’s board. Before joining Petrol He is currently the Chairman of Petrol
Investment Director focused on investment of Total Marketing France, and a number of and Singapore. Ofisi, Selim was a management board Ofisi, Turkey’s leading distributor of fuels
opportunities in Europe, Africa and Latin roles on the continent, including EVP West member of SHV Energy, and CEO of Ipragaz. and lubricants, and a member of the Vitol
America at Vitol. Before joining Vitol in 2009, Africa for Total Marketing Services and MD Executive Committee.
Jay worked in Morgan Stanley’s Investment Total Zimbabwe. Before joining Vitol, Chris worked
Banking Global Energy Group. for BP and Phibro.
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HOW GOVERNANCE SUPPORTS OUR PURPOSE AND CULTURE Listening to our employees
Board
OUR STRATEGY The Group’s purpose is to safely provide innovative People are the lifeblood of our business. They are
The Board is responsible for promoting the long-term and responsible energy solutions to Africa, which crucial to the day-to-day functioning of our operations,
sustainable success of the Group and for delivering enable growth and development of the continent and we recognise that the strength of our business is
leadership long-term value for stakeholders. The Board does this
by providing effective leadership and by ensuring that
and its people. We aim to do this by realising the
full potential of our people and business partners,
built on the hard work and dedication of our people.
We are committed to building an engaging and
and company
the Group’s business is conducted with high standards supporting our communities and being recognised
inclusive culture that empowers and allows our people
of ethical behaviour in a manner which contributes as the benchmark for quality, excellence, safety and
to grow and thrive. By living our values, our people
positively to wider society and having regard to the responsibility in Africa’s marketplace.
purpose
differentiate us from our competitors and enable us to
interests of its different stakeholders.
Having a strong purpose is essential to the running deliver our strategy. We use many different channels
We recognise that our vision to be Africa’s leading and of our business; it sets out why we exist, drives to understand how our people experience working
most respected energy business can only be achieved us forward and directs us to focus on what is for Vivo Energy and to keep our people up to date on
The Board’s primary role is to through demonstrable good governance in its important to our stakeholders. The Board has overall strategy and performance, including formal leadership
broadest sense. Having the right systems and controls responsibility for establishing Vivo Energy’s purpose, events, townhalls, surveys and digital communication.
ensure Vivo Energy’s long-term in place ensure the Board and its Committees can values and strategy to deliver long-term sustainable These engagements aid us in shaping our culture,
success by setting the Group’s effectively oversee the development of the Group’s success and generate value for stakeholders while policies and practices to ensure Vivo Energy is an
strategic direction, ensuring that strategy and allow the Directors to provide support, being aligned with the Group’s culture. attractive, engaged and inclusive place to work.
guidance and, when needed, challenge the business.
strategy is aligned with our purpose In addition to our purpose, our culture drives We use Your Voice, an electronic suggestion tool,
To ensure the business can meet its strategic priorities, our behaviours and underpins everything we do. to encourage employees to submit ideas on a wide
and culture, and to promote and the Board evaluates and monitors current financial and We recognise that how we do things is just as range of topics, including our business principles,
protect the Group’s interests for the non-financial performance against targets and ensures important as what we do. The right culture plays careers, leadership, innovation, workplace and culture.
that the necessary resources are in place. A key a fundamental part in delivering our strategy; Where the ideas make business sense and have
benefit of all our stakeholders. The component of the Board’s role in the development it sets the tone and leads to a motivated and the potential to improve ways of working, they are
Group’s governance framework of Vivo Energy’s strategy is the approval of the annual productive workforce. implemented to help grow and improve the business.
supports the Board in the delivery operating plan. Other key items considered during Since the implementation of the tool, we have
Our operating culture of ‘Focus, Simplify and
2023 include: received over 200 suggestions of which 112 have been
of the Group’s strategy and Perform’ and our values of ‘integrity, honesty and
or are being implemented.
– Health and safety; respect for people’ have always been core to our
long‑term sustainable success. business. They have enabled us to stay one step ahead The Group undertakes an employee engagement
– Refinancing of credit facilities;
and remain fundamental to the future success of survey every two years. Survey questions allow
– The Somagaz group and Engen acquisitions; the business. employees to share their views on key topics, which
– Sanctions; provide valuable insight into employee engagement
– Sustainability; and How the Board monitors culture and the Group’s culture. This year’s survey consisted
– Growth strategies in non-core areas. We believe that the right culture and values, of 42 questions and, with an overall response rate
supported by effective leadership and a consistent of 93%, continued to reflect high levels of employee
Throughout the year, the Board considered the tone from the top, are crucial to the success of engagement. Nine out of ten employees continue
long-term consequences of the decisions it made, the Group. The Board is responsible for ensuring to be proud to work for the Group, believing Vivo
focusing on the interests of the relevant stakeholders that the culture in which we operate drives the Energy is well respected in the countries where we
as appropriate. Further information on the strategic right behaviours, and how we do business and the operate, delivers world-class HSSEQ performance
priorities for the Group is available in the Strategic behaviours demonstrated by our people across the and will be successful in the future. The key findings
Report on pages 9 to 12. Group are of vital importance to the Board. and follow-up actions were discussed by the full Board
following which action plans to address the priority
issues were prepared by the business.
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A well-governed company exposes itself to the widest During the year the Board approved the Company’s Whistle-blowing including CSR Company of the Year (Ghana
possible sources of information and experience, both Modern Slavery Statement which is published on our Employees can report incidents of wrongdoing CSR Excellence Awards) and Best CSR and
in the people it employs and the voices to which it website www.vivoenergy.com/About/Our-Principles- through both internal and external mechanisms. Sustainability Campaign (Uganda PR Association
listens. We aspire to develop an inclusive culture Policies/Modern-Slavery-Statement and was submitted In addition to the reports raised through line Excellence Awards).
where our people value diversity of backgrounds, to the UK online registry. Our Supplier Code of managers, the Vivo Energy global whistle-blowing
feel respected and are inspired to contribute to their Conduct and Human Rights Policy Statements also are helpline enables employees and third parties to raise Risk management and internal controls
fullest potential. Vivo Energy recognises diversity available on our website www.vivoenergy.com/About/ concerns in relation to suspected violations of the law, To ensure the long-term success of the Group, Vivo
as an organisation strength and across the Group, Our-Principles-Policies. the Vivo Energy General Business Principles or Code Energy has robust risk management and internal
44 nationalities are represented. Although gender of Conduct. Such reports may be raised anonymously, control systems in place to identify, monitor and
balance is steadily improving, we remain conscious Ethics, bribery and fraud 24 hours a day, seven days a week via this independent manage risk, and to identity and assess opportunities.
of the importance of promoting gender diversity Vivo Energy recognises that corruption undermines helpline. Any reports are then referred to the Chief
throughout Vivo Energy. In the second half of The Board is responsible for setting the Group vision
the rule of law and democratic process, impoverishes Legal and Compliance Officer and the Head of
the year we launched a new diversity initiative, and strategy in a way that maximises value creation
states and distorts free trade and competition. Internal Audit and are investigated or escalated to the
W@VE (Women at Vivo Energy) to: empower and manages risks. All material opportunities and
We have established policies and governance Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee and the CEO
female employees professionally; increase the number initiatives are considered and, if appropriate, approved
procedures that set and monitor our approach to as required.
of women in leadership positions; and to address by the Board. The Schedule of Matters Reserved for
preventing fraud, bribery and corruption, including our
gender‑based biases, stereotypes and obstacles. To deal with any wrongdoing effectively, honest the Board sets out the types of matters which require
Code of Conduct and Anti-bribery and Corruption
communication is vital and we encourage our Board approval. The Board is provided with updates
During the year the Directors looked at organisational Manual. We conduct mandatory e-learning courses
employees to raise any concerns of misconduct. on ongoing projects at every meeting.
culture in different contexts, discussed and received for all employees to ensure that they understand the
The Board is provided with periodic reports on
updates on the above-mentioned initiatives as well Group’s zero-tolerance approach to fraud, bribery, Effective internal reporting, robust internal controls
whistle-blowing.
as considered reports from the senior management. and corruption of any kind. A gift and hospitality and oversight of current and emerging risks are
The annual culture update and whistle-blowing report register is in place and our employees must report and embedded into our business processes aligning with
Social engagement
were also presented to the Board. seek permission to accept gifts and hospitality over a our strategic priorities, purpose and values. The Board
prescribed financial value. We want to be a force for good and support those undertakes a thorough assessment of the Group’s
who support us. We recognise the importance of emerging and principal risks at least annually and the
Human rights We maintain a multi-site ISO 37001 anti-bribery going beyond maintaining our social licence to operate; Audit and Risk Committee reviews the effectiveness
Respect for human rights is a fundamental part of management certification. During the year we carried supporting the issues that matter to our communities of the Group’s system of internal controls and risk
operating as a responsible business. Any exploitation out six external reviews in our operating units as part and working with them for the long term are essential management. The results of the Committee’s review
of human beings is entirely at odds with our core of our annual compliance audit. No non-conformities for building trust and earning their respect. are presented to the Board. During the year, the
values of honesty, integrity and respect for people and were found.
We aim to make a real and lasting difference in the Board concurred with the Committee’s assessment
we are committed to building awareness and working
We have a detailed counterparty screening communities where we operate, not only by creating that the risk management and internal controls of the
with our partners to ensure that all those working
programme in place which is formalised in the Vivo career opportunities for local people, but also by Group remain effective.
within Vivo Energy, or our supply chain are treated
Energy Know Your Counterparty (KYC) policy. continuing to deliver a wide range of community
with respect and dignity.
This screening process gives us confidence that we investment programmes across our markets. We do Promoting the success of the Company
We have a well-developed policy framework that know who we are doing business with and that the this through partnerships, employee engagement and The Directors, in conducting Board business and
covers our responsibilities to protect the human rights ethics and values of our counterparties are aligned non-political donations. taking decisions at Board meetings, act in a way that is
of those working in our direct operations, as well as in with ours. As part of the process, we require new most likely to promote the success of the Company
our value chain and communities. We have also issued counterparties to sign a compliance statement, which Since our foundation, we have successfully supported
for the benefit of its members as a whole, while
separate written guidance to our retail network on sets out our approach towards AML, ABC, modern over a thousand projects across the Group, centred
having due regard and taking into account the likely
what modern slavery is, how to recognise it and how slavery and conflicts of interest. on Road Safety, Education and the Environment. This
short- and long-term consequences of any decision
to report issues to us. In addition, our whistle‑blowing year, following a Group-wide employee survey, we
We measure the effectiveness of our compliance on the Company and its business, the interests of all
helpline includes a specific reporting category for decided to refocus our activities on the three areas
programme through audits and through monitoring the Company’s stakeholders, including employees,
raising concerns relating to potential unfair labour that our employees felt would be most benefit local
breach allegations and root causes. The Audit and and the impact on the community and environment in
practices or human rights violations. communities and our partners, these being Education,
Risk Committee monitors and regularly reviews which the Company conducts its business. The Board’s
Health and Renewable Energy.
the Company’s policies, incidents and trends arising section 172(1) statement is included within the
from any such incidents and provides updates of key Throughout the year we launched around Strategic Report on page 34.
matters to the Board. 100 community projects and were pleased to be
recognised with several awards and nominations,
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STAKEHOLDERS Where the Board does not engage directly with the Operating unit visits Shareholders and investors
We do not operate in isolation. Multiple stakeholders stakeholders, it is kept updated of the engagement Visiting our local operating units is an important way We want to understand our shareholders’ and
are impacted by our business, including shareholders, activities and outcomes. Updates are provided in a for Directors to meet with local senior management, investors’ views and keep them informed about key
employees, customers, partners and the communities variety of formats including face-to-face presentations engage with employees and other stakeholders and to developments at Vivo Energy. Securing their trust
and governments of the countries in which we and reports by the Chief Executive Officer or gain a better understanding and insight into particular through continuous engagement creates alignment
operate. Interim Chief Financial Officer as well as by the issues faced by the operating units and the business and ensures their ongoing support. Our shareholders
senior management of the Group’s businesses. in general. are represented on our Board and the executive
Engaging with stakeholders and understanding
Senior management is requested, when presenting management has engaged with our investors through
their views is vital to the Board and underpins In addition to individual OU visits, during the annual
or providing reports to the Board on strategy and regular investor calls.
effective decision-making. We create value for our Leadership Conference and Football League in Senegal
principal decisions, to ensure that the presentations
shareholders by taking decisions that are sustainable and the Nairobi Board strategy days, the Directors Other stakeholders
cover what impact the strategy/principal decision has
in the long term not only for us but also for those our had ample opportunities to interact with both our Alongside our shareholders, investors and employees,
on the relevant stakeholders and how the views of
business affects. The Board is committed to building people and external stakeholders and to see the we have identified customers, partners, communities
those stakeholders have been considered.
positive relationships with all our stakeholders and Group’s culture in action. and governments as our main stakeholders.
recognises that this is not only essential to building a Further information on how the Group
Employees For further details on how the Board has complied
sustainable business but also the right thing to do. engages with our stakeholders is available within
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. with section 172 of the Companies Act 2006, see
the Strategic Report on page 13.
The Board is responsible for ensuring that They are central to us delivering against our strategic page 34.
management actions are aligned to strategy and that In addition to the Group activities, the Board also objectives and our new vision to be Africa’s leading
stakeholder interest are taken into consideration. engages directly with stakeholders. and most respected energy business. Our success is
Stakeholder engagement at senior management level reliant on our culture and the Board is committed to
helps identify emerging issues which can be brought ensuring that our workforce policies and practices are
to the Board’s attention. This enables the Directors aligned with the purpose, values and culture of Vivo
to consider the Group’s activities and maintain an Energy. Further information on employee engagement
effective understanding of what matters to all our is set out on pages 27 and 44.
stakeholders and can then draw on these perspectives
in Board decision-making and strategy development.
THE ROLE OF THE BOARD Board or Committee meetings are asked to provide DIRECTORS
Role of An effective Board develops and promotes the comments in advance and, if necessary, follow up with The Group is led by an effective and committed
purpose of a company, and ensures that its values, the relevant Chair of the meeting. Board comprising an engaged group of individuals,
strategy and culture align with that purpose. each contributing different experiences, skills and
the Board
In line with other large companies, the Vivo Energy
Board relies on executive management to run the backgrounds enabling the Board as a whole to provide
Collectively, the Board is responsible for promoting
business with the Board monitoring management challenge, informed opinions and advice on strategy
the long-term success of the Group by setting strategic
and division of activities and holding them to account against targets and relevant topics.
priorities, generating value for stakeholders, and
ensuring that the Group continues to contribute to and standards. Responsibility for the running of the The Vivo Energy Board of Directors comprises
Group is delegated to the CEO, who in turn delegates
responsibilities
wider society. In particular, the Board is responsible for two Non-Executive Directors, one Independent
reviewing opportunities and maintaining effective risk certain responsibilities to the Executive Committee Non‑Executive Director and two Executive Directors.
management and internal control systems. and the Management Committee members relevant Two of the Directors represent our shareholders.
to their respective areas of responsibility. Together they ensure high standards of governance
The Board has a comprehensive annual programme
The Board’s primary role is to of activities that enables it to monitor and review In order to retain control of key decisions and ensure and bring a broad range of skills and experience to
our business. The Board believes that its size and
develop the Group’s strategy strategy across all the elements of the Group’s there is a clear division of responsibilities between
composition are appropriate to meet the strategic
business model. Operational and financial the Board and the running of the business, the Board
and oversee its implementation to performance, risk, governance, strategy, culture, has a clear framework for determining the matters needs and challenges of the business and to enable
promote the long-term success of within its remit, including an agreed schedule of effective decision-making. For further details on the
and stakeholder matters are frequently discussed to
Matters Reserved for the Board and has approved Directors, please see page 43.
the business, deliver sustainable support Directors’ oversight and understanding of
our business, stakeholders and the markets in which Terms of Reference for the matters delegated to The Vivo Energy Board and individual Directors
shareholder value and protect the we operate. its Committees. have a clear understanding of their accountability
Group’s interests for the benefit of Throughout the year, the Board meets with
and responsibilities and the relevant policies and
THE CHAIRMAN AND THE CEO procedures in place. All Directors are encouraged to
all our stakeholders. management in various different settings to learn how
The roles of our Chairman and CEO are separate, use their independent judgement and to constructively
individual strategies are formed and resourced, which
clearly defined in writing and approved by the Board. challenge all matters, whether strategic or operational.
provides the structure to regularly assess progress
against agreed metrics, and supports the Board in The Chairman is responsible for the operation and Training and development is key to ensuring the
fulfilling its role. leadership of the Board, ensuring its effectiveness and ongoing effectiveness of any board. All new Directors
setting its agenda. The Chairman is also responsible for are offered an induction to assist them in familiarising
All Directors are expected to attend all Board and
maintaining a culture of openness and transparency at themselves with the Group’s operations, the
relevant Committee meetings unless prevented
Board meetings. regulatory environment we operate in, directors’
from doing so by illness or conflict of interest.
duties, and the Group’s culture and values. An outline
Senior executives below Board level are invited, The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for the
induction programme is discussed with each
when appropriate, to attend Board meetings to make implementation of the Group’s strategy and for
new Director and tailored to meet any specific
presentations on the results, opportunities, deep ensuring that Board decisions are implemented as well
requirements. During the year, our Directors have
dives, and strategies relating to their OUs. In 2023, five as leading and managing the Group’s business within a
been briefed, among others, on directors’ duties,
Board meetings were scheduled. Additional meetings set of authorities delegated by the Board. The Chief
sanctions and environmental matters.
were held as required. In addition, the Board held two Executive Officer is supported by the Executive
strategy days. Committee and the Management Committee. All Directors have access to the advice and services
of the Company Secretary. Directors may take
Board agendas are carefully planned to ensure that
independent legal and/or financial advice at the
sufficient time and consideration are given to the
Company’s expense when it is deemed necessary to
Group’s strategic priorities and key monitoring
discharge their responsibilities effectively. No such
activities as well as reviews of strategic issues.
independent advice was sought during the year up to
In advance of each meeting, papers and relevant 31 December 2023.
materials are provided to Directors via a secure
web portal which also provides access to a library of
relevant information about the Company and Board
procedures. Directors unable to attend specific
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CONFLICTS OF INTEREST Directors’ views on all aspects of the effectiveness of Following each Committee meeting, the Chair of the In 2023, the Committee considered the
Directors have a statutory duty to avoid situations the Board, its members and its Committees. Committee provides an update to the Board, detailing macroeconomic conditions, rising costs of living
in which they may have interests which conflict with decisions made, and key matters discussed. Copies of and inflation in the OUs. It also reviewed and
The results confirmed that the Board and its
those of the Company. The Board has adopted the Committee minutes are made available to all recommended senior management bonuses,
Committees operate effectively and continue to
procedures as provided for in the Company’s Board members to the extent appropriate. the Management Incentive Plan and vesting of
benefit from a strong mix of complementary skills and
Articles of Association for authorising existing Long‑Term Incentives.
experiences, as well as dynamics that allow for open AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE
conflicts of interest and for the consideration of, and debate, challenging existing assumptions and asking
if appropriate, authorisation of new situations which The Committee provides independent assessment ESG COMMITTEE
difficult questions.
may arise. and oversight of the Group’s financial reporting The Committee is focused on overseeing the delivery
processes and oversees risk management and internal of the Group’s Sustainability Framework and driving
In deciding whether to authorise a situational conflict, COMMITTEES
control processes, including reviews of principal risks further integration of sustainability and climate matters
the non-conflicted Directors take into account their The Board discharges some of its responsibilities and external audit. The Committee also monitors across the Group. The Committee is chaired by the
general duties under the Companies Act 2006. directly while others are discharged through the activities and effectiveness of the Internal CEO who provides regular updates to the Board.
Limits or conditions can be imposed when giving an its principal Board Committees and through Audit function and has a primary responsibility for
authorisation or subsequently if deemed appropriate. management. The Board has two principal overseeing the relationship with the external auditors. EXECUTIVE AND MANAGEMENT COMMITTEES
Committees: the Audit and Risk Committee, and In addition to the oversight provided by the Board
Any situational conflicts considered by the Board, and During the year, the Committee received updates on
the Remuneration Committee. In addition to the and its Committees, the Executive Directors are
any authorisations given, are recorded in the Board the government’s audit and corporate governance
principal Committees, the Board is also supported by supported by the Senior Executive Team which helps
minutes and in a register of conflicts. As good practice, reform; considered risks and the Group’s internal
the ESG Committee. Each Committee has its own them discharge their duties. The Senior Executive
the Chair requests each of the Directors to declare approval levels and processes; and reviewed Internal
terms of reference, approved by the Board. Team comprises the senior leadership team, who have
any conflict of interest at each Board/Committee Audit as well as Ethics & Compliance reports.
meeting. The register setting out each Director’s Each Committee has a detailed annual work management responsibility for the business operations
interests is reviewed by the Board at least annually. programme. Their work feeds into the Board’s REMUNERATION COMMITTEE
and support functions.
consideration of the Group’s strategy, allowing The Remuneration Committee is responsible The Executive Committee and the Management
BOARD EVALUATION the Board to assess whether the strategy remains for setting, reviewing and recommending the Committee hold regular meetings and relevant
In line with best practice, we review the Board’s appropriate, promotes stakeholder value in a remuneration of the Executives and the senior matters are reported to the Board by the Chief
effectiveness annually. This year’s evaluation was sustainable manner and whether it is ultimately the management team. The Committee also reviews Executive Officer and, as appropriate, by the interim
facilitated by the Company Secretary and took right approach to achieving our purpose. remuneration arrangements across the Group. Chief Financial Officer.
the form of a questionnaire designed to elicit the
STAN MITTELMAN
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
20 MARCH 2024
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Company law requires the Directors to prepare The Directors are responsible for safeguarding the DIRECTORS’ CONFIRMATIONS
Statement
financial statements for each financial year. Under that assets of the Group and Company and for taking Each of the Directors confirm that, to the best of
law the Directors have prepared the consolidated reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of their knowledge, at the date of this Report, there is
financial statements in accordance with UK-adopted fraud and other irregularities. no relevant audit information of which the Company’s
of Directors’ International Accounting Standards and the Company
financial statements in accordance with United
Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice
The Directors are also responsible for keeping
adequate accounting records that are sufficient
auditor is unaware. Each Director has taken all the
steps he should have taken as a Director in order to
responsibilities to show and explain the Group’s and Company’s make himself aware of any relevant audit information
(United Kingdom Accounting Standards, comprising and to establish that the Company’s auditors are
transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy
FRS 102 ‘The Financial Reporting Standard applicable aware of that information.
at any time the financial position of the Group and
in the UK and Republic of Ireland’, and applicable law).
Company and enable them to ensure that the financial The Board confirms that the Annual Report and
The Directors are responsible Under company law, Directors must not approve statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. financial statements when taken as a whole give a true
for preparing the Annual Report the financial statements unless they are satisfied that
The Directors are responsible for the maintenance and fair view and provide the information necessary
they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of for shareholders to assess the strategy, position and
& Accounts and the financial the Group and Company and of the profit or loss of
and integrity of the corporate and financial information
performance and business model of the Group.
included on the Company’s website. Legislation in
statements in accordance with the Group for that period. In preparing the financial
the United Kingdom governing the preparation and For and on behalf of the Board
statements, the Directors are required to:
applicable law and regulation. dissemination of financial statements may differ from
– select suitable accounting policies and then apply legislation in other jurisdictions.
them consistently; STAN MITTELMAN
– state whether applicable UK-adopted International CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Accounting Standards have been followed for 20 MARCH 2024
the consolidated financial statements and United
Kingdom Accounting Standards, comprising FRS
102 have been followed for the Company financial JAY GLEACHER
statements, subject to any material departures INTERIM CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
disclosed and explained in the financial statements;
– make judgements and accounting estimates that 20 MARCH 2024
are reasonable and prudent; and
– prepare the financial statements on the going
concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume
that the Group and Company will continue in
business..
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Financial Here we set out our statutory accounts and supporting notes,
which are independently audited and provide in-depth disclosure
on the financial performance of our business.
Independent Auditors’ Report 53
Statements
Consolidated statement of comprehensive income 58
Consolidated statement of financial position 59
Consolidated statement of changes in equity 60
Consolidated statement of cash flows 61
Notes to the consolidated financial statements 62
Company financial statements 95
Notes to the Company financial statements 96
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Independent
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS We conducted our audit in accordance with – Overall Group materiality: $9,275,000
International Standards on Auditing (UK) (“ISAs (2022: US$12,500,000) based on 2.5% of earnings
OPINION before tax adjusted for interest, depreciation,
(UK)”) and applicable law. Our responsibilities
Auditors’ Report
In our opinion: under ISAs (UK) are further described in the amortisation and special items.
– Vivo Energy Limited’s consolidated financial Auditors’ responsibilities for the audit of the financial – Overall Company materiality: $19,237,000
statements section of our report. We believe that
to the members
statements and Company financial statements (the (2022: US$19,300,000) based on 1% of total assets.
“financial statements”) give a true and fair view the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and – Performance materiality: $6,956,000
of the state of the Group’s and of the Company’s appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. (2022: US$9,375,000) (Group) and $14,427,750
of Vivo Energy affairs as at 31 December 2023 and of the Group’s
loss and the Group’s cash flows for the year then
ended;
Independence
We remained independent of the Group in
(2022: US$14,475,000) (Company).
Limited
The scope of our audit
– the consolidated financial statements have been accordance with the ethical requirements that are As part of designing our audit, we determined
properly prepared in accordance with UK-adopted relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the materiality and assessed the risks of material
international accounting standards as applied in UK, which includes the FRC’s Ethical Standard, and misstatement in the financial statements.
accordance with the provisions of the Companies we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in
Act 2006; accordance with these requirements. Key audit matters
– the Company financial statements have been Key audit matters are those matters that, in the
OUR AUDIT APPROACH
properly prepared in accordance with United auditors’ professional judgement, were of most
Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice Overview significance in the audit of the financial statements of
(United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including Audit scope the current period and include the most significant
FRS 102 “The Financial Reporting Standard – Nine operating units subject to full scope audit of assessed risks of material misstatement (whether or
applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland”, and financial information. not due to fraud) identified by the auditors, including
applicable law); and those which had the greatest effect on: the overall
– Four operating units subject to audit of specific audit strategy; the allocation of resources in the audit;
– the financial statements have been prepared financial statement line items.
in accordance with the requirements of the and directing the efforts of the engagement team.
Companies Act 2006. – Overall coverage of 76% of revenue was obtained. These matters, and any comments we make on the
Key audit matters results of our procedures thereon, were addressed in
We have audited the financial statements, included the context of our audit of the financial statements as
– Government Benefits Receivable (Group)
within the Annual Report & Accounts (the “Annual a whole, and in forming our opinion thereon, and we
Report”), which comprise: the Consolidated and – Tax audits and Transfer Pricing (Group)
do not provide a separate opinion on these matters.
Company statements of financial position as at – Carrying Value of Investment in
31 December 2023; the Consolidated statement of Subsidiary (Company) This is not a complete list of all risks identified by
comprehensive income, the Consolidated statement our audit.
of cash flows, and the Consolidated and Company The key audit matters below are consistent with
statements of changes in equity for the year then last year.
ended; and the notes to the financial statements,
which include a description of the significant
accounting policies.
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KEY AUDIT MATTER HOW OUR AUDIT ADDRESSED THE KEY AUDIT MATTER
Government Benefits Receivable (Group) We assessed the risk of recoverability of each of the balances by considering the:
Refer to notes 2.14, 4 and 16 in the Consolidated financial statements. – existence of an agreed position with the government;
The Group has $297m (2022: $413m) of gross receivables (offset by provisions of $30m (2022: $11m)) from – ageing of existing balances;
governments principally related to subsidies for product prices, transport costs and other incidental costs – country level credit ratings and other economic data points relating to the relevant government body;
where regulated price mechanisms exist. The recoverability and timing of payment of these receivables is not – history of payments and / or delays of such payments / write offs; and
always certain with some outstanding balances being aged and with governments with poor or no credit ratings. – the proposed settlement mechanism and timing of realisation.
The balances significantly increased in H2 2022 due to a combination of macroeconomic factors including
high oil prices, depreciation of local currencies and the need for governments to support local populations as Where we identified the potential for greater risk of recoverability, we sought additional evidence to support
the cost of living increased. This resulted in a higher level of subsidies where governments struggled to make recognition including assessing management’s position against the communications with the local authorities,
payments on a timely basis, with some of the governments unable to make repayments as they were adversely historical precedent of similar matters being resolved, the existence of offsetting balances and evidence of the
impacted by the deterioration in government finances as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, high inflation Group’s efforts to secure payment. In addition, in Senegal we participated in a meeting with a government
and increased costs to service existing debt. Whilst during 2023 subsidy levels have fallen in line with the representative to understand the governments’ plans for settlement of the balance and in Kenya we reviewed
reduction in crude oil prices and repayments have generally been received, the level of the overall receivables correspondence with and met with external legal advisors. Where a provision has been recorded we have
balance remains high compared to historical norms. Determination of the provisioning required against these assessed the basis for the recognition of the provision, re-performed management’s calculations and carried out
receivables requires consideration of the willingness and ability of the counterparties to meet their obligations, sensitivity analysis to assess the reasonableness of the recorded amounts.
including how and when the obligations will be met. This can often be complex and highly judgemental. We have also assessed the completeness and accuracy of management’s disclosures in notes 4 and 16. Based on
Due to particular uncertainties in either the timing and/or method of recoverability, the track record of the our work performed, we found the judgements and assumptions used by management in the recoverability
governments to settle the balances in full or on a timely basis or whether the costs incurred fall within the assessment of government benefits receivables to be supportable based on the available evidence.
regulatory structure, we identified the receivables in Senegal and Kenya to be where particular audit focus
was required.
Tax audits and Transfer Pricing (Group) Our component audit teams and Group team, with the assistance of our local and international tax specialists
Refer to notes 2.24, 4.2, 9 and 23 in the Consolidated financial statements. and transfer pricing specialists, evaluated management’s judgements in respect of the likelihood of an outflow of
resources and the estimation of the likely value of the outcome/settlements.
The Group operates in a number of tax jurisdictions including some territories where there are regular tax For each material position we:
assessments and claims raised, which are often settled for less than the amounts claimed. There is judgement
in determining whether a claim will settle and in estimating the level of expected provision needed based – Discussed with management the nature of the claim and status of communications with the relevant
on interpretation of local laws and regulations which are sometimes uncertain and require interpretation. authorities;
The claims often focus on the application of transfer pricing policies. Management are required to determine – examined the correspondence in relation to the claim;
whether it is probable that the tax authorities will accept the current treatment and, where it is not considered – reviewed management’s analysis of these positions, including testing of their detailed workings and basis of
probable, estimate the expected value or the most likely value of the pay-out. We focused on the judgements management’s provisions;]
and estimates made by management in assessing the likelihood and quantification of material exposures and – considered the technical merits of defence, including reviewing any views obtained from management’s tax
treatment of uncertain tax position provisions. advisors; and]
– reviewed management’s history of settlement.
We considered completeness by understanding management’s process for notifying claims, making inquiries of
Group and local management and comparing management’s listing of potential tax exposures to the results of
procedures performed locally by each of our local component teams using local tax experts where appropriate.
We challenged management on the level of provisioning booked for each uncertain tax position, considering
whether the level of provisioning was supportable at an individual claim level and also considered whether there
was any level of bias across the portfolio of provisions. We concluded that the provisions recognised and the
disclosures in the financial statements were reasonable.
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KEY AUDIT MATTER HOW OUR AUDIT ADDRESSED THE KEY AUDIT MATTER
Carrying Value of Investment in Subsidiary (Company) We evaluated management’s impairment trigger assessment and challenged them on the assessment including:
Refer to notes 2.5 and 5 in the Company financial statements. – the completeness of factors considered;
The company holds a $1,913m investment in its subsidiary Vivo Energy Investments B.V. Due to the quantum of – whether the weaker financial results of the Group in 2023, especially during the first half of the year, could be
the carrying amount management’s assessment of any impairment triggers was the key area of focus in the audit a trigger. However, given the impact of one-off factors combined with the improved underlying performance
of the Company. IAS 36 Impairment of assets requires management to assess annually whether there have been during the second half of the year; we concluded that no trigger had occurred; and
an indicators of impairment. Judgement is required to determine whether impairment indicators exist which, if – whether there was any contradictory evidence available.
identified, would require an impairment test to be performed. Management prepared a paper that considered We considered the level of headroom from the prior year and applied sensitivities using 2023 actuals and
potential triggers, including both internal and external factors, concluding that there were no indicators. current growth and discount rates to confirm that significant headroom remained. We also considered other
In performing this trigger assessment management also considered the level of headroom at the previous year audit evidence obtained as part of our audit, including the valuation undertaken for the management incentive
end where a full impairment test was performed and the current year valuations that they have prepared as plan. We concur with management that there are no indicators of impairment to the carrying value.
part of assessing the recoverable amount of the goodwill for the Group financial statements.
How we tailored the audit scope Senegal and Kenya were identified as significant The Company only audit was performed by climate risks are those associated with future cash
We tailored the scope of our audit to ensure that we risk operating units relating to the recoverability of independently by the Group engagement team. flows, given the more notable impacts of climate
performed enough work to be able to give an opinion other government benefits receivable as described This did not contribute to the scope of work change on the business are expected to arise in the
on the financial statements as a whole, taking into in the key audit matters and were already full scope performed on the consolidated financial statements. medium to long-term. These include the impairment
account the structure of the Group and the Company, reporting components. assessment of goodwill and the useful economic life of
the accounting processes and controls, and the Procedures were also performed at a Group level The impact of climate risk on our audit non-current assets. However, our procedures did not
industry in which they operate. over balances including goodwill and tax as well as In planning our audit, we have considered the potential identify any material impact on either the consolidated
procedures over centralised controls and IT functions impact of climate change on the consolidated financial financial statements or our key audit matters for the
The Group operates in 24 countries across North, year ended 31 December 2023. We have reviewed
and specific targeted work over certain balances statements. Given the principal activities of the
West, East and Southern Africa. It is structured management’s financial statement disclosures relating
identified on the basis of risk. The aggregation of all Group it is highly likely that climate risk will have a
such that each country operates semi-autonomously to climate change to confirm that they are consistent
the holding entities are treated as a single operating significant impact on the Group’s business. As part of
with oversight, consolidation, and certain activities with the results of management’s risk assessment and
unit with testing performed over balances including our audit, we have evaluated management’s climate
performed by Group management. Each country our audit procedures. Management have presented
cash, finance expenses, and external borrowings. change risk assessment including the identified
can contain many legal entities, associates and joint disclosures aligned to the recommendations of the
physical and transition risks and the assessment of
ventures for which separate financial information is Overall coverage of 76% of revenue was obtained. TCFD. We have reviewed these disclosures to ensure
the impact of those risks on the consolidated financial
prepared and monitored. In general, each country None of the operating units excluded from our consistency with the financial statements and our
statements. We note management’s conclusion
will have a single large operating legal entity that holds Group audit scope individually contributed more than knowledge obtained during the course of the audit.
that material physical risks are likely to arise in the
most of the assets, liabilities and transactions. 4% to consolidated revenue.
longer term and have no current financial statement
Reporting packs are prepared by local management Interactions with operating unit teams varied depending impact. Transitional risks are considered to have a Materiality
for each legal entity except in some specific cases on their size, complexity and risk. Interactions included: more significant impact on the business. However, The scope of our audit was influenced by our
where a sub-consolidation is performed and a single detailed instruction; a risk assessment and audit these are only expected to arise in the medium application of materiality. We set certain quantitative
reporting pack is prepared for a number of related approach planning meeting; detailed deliverables to long-term given that the energy transition in thresholds for materiality. These, together with
legal entities. We have scoped our audit on the basis identifying significant matters and procedures Africa is likely to operate on an extended timeline. qualitative considerations, helped us to determine the
that an operating unit is identified by a reporting pack. performed over significant risks; and status and We have performed procedures to evaluate the scope of our audit and the nature, timing and extent
clearance meetings at key stages of the audit. For larger appropriateness of management’s risk assessment of our audit procedures on the individual financial
We identified Morocco and Kenya as financially
and more significant components, file reviews including comparing current year results against the statement line items and disclosures and in evaluating
significant operating units based on their size
tailored to the specifics of the component took place. transition risk impacted models prepared in 2021 the effect of misstatements, both individually and in
compared to the consolidated financial statements
In person site visits took place in Morocco, Kenya, and researching the legislative landscape within the aggregate on the financial statements as a whole.
of the Group. A further seven, large operating units
Ghana and Tunisia. This was in addition to further principal locations in which the Group operates.
were identified and engaged to perform audits of
ad hoc discussions on matters of interest. We assessed that the key financial statement line items
their complete financial information in order to
provide appropriate coverage over the operations of and estimates which are more likely to be impacted
the Group.
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Based on our professional judgement, we determined In determining the performance materiality, we transaction, and assessing the assumptions in financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the
materiality for the financial statements as a whole considered a number of factors - the history of light of our understanding of the outlook for the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated.
as follows: misstatements, risk assessment and aggregation risk businesses and the wider market and historical If we identify an apparent material inconsistency or
and the effectiveness of controls - and concluded that business performance; material misstatement, we are required to perform
For each component in the scope of our Group audit,
an amount at the upper end of our normal range – Inspecting facility agreements and assessing procedures to conclude whether there is a material
we allocated a materiality that is less than our overall
was appropriate. availability of funding; misstatement of the financial statements or a material
Group materiality. The range of materiality allocated
– Reviewing management’s covenant calculations, misstatement of the other information. If, based on
across components was between US$1.4m and We agreed with those charged with governance that
covering the period to 31 December 2025, the work we have performed, we conclude that there
US$7.7m. Certain components were audited to a local we would report to them misstatements identified
ensuring that the covenant thresholds and is a material misstatement of this other information,
statutory audit materiality that was also less than our during our audit above US$ 0.7m (Group audit)
definitions were consistent with the financing we are required to report that fact. We have nothing
overall Group materiality. (2022: US$1.0m) and US$ 0.7m (Company audit)
agreements; to report based on these responsibilities.
(2022: US$1.0m) as well as misstatements below those
We use performance materiality to reduce to – Assessing management’s sensitivities and
amounts that, in our view, warranted reporting for With respect to the Strategic report and Directors’
an appropriately low level the probability that performing our own additional sensitivities in order
qualitative reasons. Report, we also considered whether the disclosures
the aggregate of uncorrected and undetected to determine liquidity and covenant headroom required by the UK Companies Act 2006 have
misstatements exceeds overall materiality. Specifically, under severe but plausible scenarios; and
CONCLUSIONS RELATING TO been included.
we use performance materiality in determining the
GOING CONCERN – Assessing the appropriateness of management’s
scope of our audit and the nature and extent of our Based on our work undertaken in the course of
testing of account balances, classes of transactions and Our evaluation of the Directors’ assessment of the financial statement disclosure. the audit, the Companies Act 2006 requires us
disclosures, for example in determining sample sizes. Group and the Company’s ability to continue to adopt Based on the work we have performed, we have not also to report certain opinions and matters as
Our performance materiality was 75% (2022: 75%) the going concern basis of accounting included: identified any material uncertainties relating to events described below.
of overall materiality, amounting to $6,956,000 – Reviewing and challenging management’s going or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast
(2022: US$9,375,000) for the consolidated financial concern assessment; significant doubt on the Group’s and the Company’s Strategic report and Directors’ Report
statements and $14,427,750 (2022: US$14,475,000) ability to continue as a going concern for a period In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in
– Assessing the underlying forecasts and cash flows,
for the Company financial statements. of at least twelve months from when the financial the course of the audit, the information given in
including the impact of the impending Engen
statements are authorised for issue. the Strategic report and Directors’ Report for the
In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded year ended 31 December 2023 is consistent with
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - that the Directors’ use of the going concern basis the financial statements and has been prepared in
CONSOLIDATED COMPANY of accounting in the preparation of the financial accordance with applicable legal requirements.
Overall materiality $9,275,000 (2022: US$12,500,000). $19,237,000 (2022: US$19,300,000). statements is appropriate. In light of the knowledge and understanding of the
Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the Group and Company and their environment obtained
How we 2.5% of earnings before tax adjusted for 1% of total assets
Directors with respect to going concern are described in the course of the audit, we did not identify any
determined it interest, depreciation, amortisation and
in the relevant sections of this report. material misstatements in the Strategic report and
special items
Directors’ Report.
Rationale for The Group is profit-oriented; The entity is a holding Company of the
REPORTING ON OTHER INFORMATION RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE FINANCIAL
benchmark applied therefore, it is considered most rest of the Group and is not a trading
The other information comprises all of the information STATEMENTS AND THE AUDIT
appropriate to use a profit-based entity. Therefore, an asset-based measure
in the Annual Report other than the financial
benchmark. The Directors, management is considered appropriate. The strength
statements and our auditors’ report thereon. The Responsibilities of the Directors for the
and the users of the consolidated financial of the Statement of financial position is
Directors are responsible for the other information. financial statements
statements focus on adjusted numbers, the key measure of financial health that
Our opinion on the financial statements does not
being adjusted EBITDA, adjusted EBIT is important to shareholders since the As explained more fully in the Statement of Directors’
cover the other information and, accordingly, we do
and adjusted net income. The Group primary concern for the Company is the responsibilities, the Directors are responsible for the
not express an audit opinion or, except to the extent
defines “adjusted” as excluding special payment of dividends. preparation of the financial statements in accordance
otherwise explicitly stated in this report, any form of
items. Based on this, we consider an with the applicable framework and for being satisfied
assurance thereon.
adjusted metric of average earnings before that they give a true and fair view. The Directors
tax and special items to be the most In connection with our audit of the financial are also responsible for such internal control as they
appropriate benchmark. statements, our responsibility is to read the other determine is necessary to enable the preparation
information and, in doing so, consider whether the of financial statements that are free from material
other information is materially inconsistent with the misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
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In preparing the financial statements, the Directors and opportunities for fraudulent manipulation of the – Identifying and testing journal entries both at a Use of this report
are responsible for assessing the Group’s and the financial statements (including the risk of override of local operating unit level and as part of the Group This report, including the opinions, has been prepared
Company’s ability to continue as a going concern, controls), and determined that the principal risks were consolidation, in particular any journal entries for and only for the Company’s members as a body
disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going related to posting inappropriate journal entries and posted with unusual account combinations or in accordance with Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the
concern and using the going concern basis of management bias in accounting estimates. The Group posted by senior management. Companies Act 2006 and for no other purpose.
accounting unless the Directors either intend to engagement team shared this risk assessment with – Review of correspondence with, or reports issued We do not, in giving these opinions, accept or assume
liquidate the Group or the Company or to cease the component auditors so that they could include by, government and regulatory authorities and responsibility for any other purpose or to any other
operations, or have no realistic alternative but to appropriate audit procedures in response to such assessment of external legal advice received in person to whom this report is shown or into whose
do so. risks in their work. Audit procedures performed by respect of any matters raised. hands it may come save where expressly agreed by
the Group engagement team and/or component our prior consent in writing.
Auditors’ responsibilities for the auditors included: – Incorporating an element of unpredictability into
audit of the financial statements our audit procedures through the variation of
– Inquiries of the wider senior management team the nature, timing and extent of the procedures OTHER REQUIRED REPORTING
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance including members of the Senior Executive Team, performed and the inclusion of new components COMPANIES ACT 2006 EXCEPTION
about whether the financial statements as a whole Country Leadership Teams, Internal Audit, Legal, within the Group audit scope. This included REPORTING
are free from material misstatement, whether due Finance, Operations, Ethics and Compliance teams. obtaining correspondence in relation to the Under the Companies Act 2006 we are required to
to fraud or error, and to issue an auditors’ report These inquiries included consideration of known Moroccan Conseil de la Concurrence’s (‘CDC’) report to you if, in our opinion:
that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a or suspected instances of non-compliance with investigation into the fuel retail industry, evidence
high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an laws and regulations and fraud as well as areas they – we have not obtained all the information and
of the legal advice and subsequent settlement in
audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will perceived as risks. explanations we require for our audit; or
the year.
always detect a material misstatement when it exists.
Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are – Making inquiries of the Group General Counsel There are inherent limitations in the audit procedures – adequate accounting records have not been kept
considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, regarding the status and expected outcome of described above. We are less likely to become by the Company, or returns adequate for our audit
they could reasonably be expected to influence the legal cases and regulatory matters and reviewing aware of instances of non-compliance with laws and have not been received from branches not visited
economic decisions of users taken on the basis of the Group legal case tracker, maintained by the regulations that are not closely related to events and by us; or
these financial statements. General Counsel, in respect to all significant legal transactions reflected in the financial statements. Also, – certain disclosures of Directors’ remuneration
matters. the risk of not detecting a material misstatement due specified by law are not made; or
Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non- to fraud is higher than the risk of not detecting one
– Reviewing of internal audit reports and adapting – the Company financial statements are not in
compliance with laws and regulations. We design resulting from error, as fraud may involve deliberate
our approach in light of the findings. agreement with the accounting records and
procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined concealment by, for example, forgery or intentional
above, to detect material misstatements in respect – Evaluation of management’s controls designed to returns.
misrepresentations, or through collusion.
of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which prevent and detect irregularities, in particular their We have no exceptions to report arising from
our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, anti-bribery controls, including understanding the Our audit testing might include testing complete this responsibility.
including fraud, is detailed below. Group’s bid and contracting approval controls, populations of certain transactions and balances,
the extent to which the Group’s anti-bribery and possibly using data auditing techniques. However, it
Based on our understanding of the Group and corruption programme is embedded in operating typically involves selecting a limited number of items
industry, we identified that the principal risks of units, assessment of procedures associated with for testing, rather than testing complete populations.
non-compliance with laws and regulations related making one-off payments to counterparties We will often seek to target particular items for Nicholas Stevenson (Senior Statutory Auditor) for and
to breaches of laws and regulations associated and searching third party sources for allegations testing based on their size or risk characteristics. on behalf of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Chartered
with importing, transporting, storing and selling of corruption made against the Group and its In other cases, we will use audit sampling to enable us Accountants and Statutory Auditors
oil products in the countries in which the Group employees. to draw a conclusion about the population from which
operates, anti-bribery and corruption laws, health London
– Assessment of matters reported on the Group’s the sample is selected.
and safety regulations and competition laws and 20 March 2024
whistleblowing helpline or through other mediums A further description of our responsibilities for
regulations, and we considered the extent to which
and the results of management’s investigation of the audit of the financial statements is located
non-compliance might have a material effect on
such matters. on the FRC’s website at: www.frc.org.uk/
the financial statements. We also considered those
laws and regulations that have a direct impact on – Challenging assumptions and judgements made auditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part
the financial statements such as the Companies by management in their significant accounting of our auditors’ report.
Act 2006 and local tax laws and regulations in each estimates, in particular in relation to government
territory. We evaluated management’s incentives benefits receivables and uncertain tax positions.
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Currency Equity-settled
Share Accumulated Retirement translation Fair value incentive
US$ million Notes Share capital premium losses Reserves 1,2
benefits difference reserves schemes3 Total NCI Total equity
Balance at 1 January 2023 633 4 (281) (55) 2 (152) 5 – 156 43 199
Net loss – – (44) – – – – – (44) 9 (35)
Other comprehensive expense – – – (13) 2 (30) 1 – (40) (1) (41)
Total comprehensive expense – – (44) (13) 2 (30) 1 – (84) 8 (76)
Capital contribution 20 – 48 – – – – – – 48 – 48
Net impact of IAS 294 – – (11) – – – – – (11) – (11)
Dividends paid 21 – – – – – – – – – (13) (13)
Balance at 31 December 2023 633 52 (336) (68) 4 (182) 6 – 109 38 147
Currency Equity-settled
Share Accumulated Retirement translation Fair value incentive Total
US$ million Notes Share capital premium losses Reserves1,2 benefits difference reserves schemes3 Total NCI equity
Balance at 1 January 2022 633 4 335 (59) 2 (90) 4 8 837 46 883
Net income – – 91 – – – – – 91 14 105
Other comprehensive expense – – – (1) – (62) 1 – (62) (8) (70)
Total comprehensive income – – 91 (1) – (62) 1 – 29 6 35
Share-based payment expense 29 – – – – – – – 3 3 – 3
Share-based payment modification3 29 – – – – – – – (11) (11) – (11)
Treasury shares sold – – – 5 – – – – 5 – 5
Net impact of IAS 294 – – (9) – – – – – (9) – (9)
Dividends paid5 21 – – (698) – – – – – (698) (9) (707)
Balance at 31 December 2022 633 4 (281) (55) 2 (152) 5 – 156 43 199
1. GENERAL INFORMATION 2. SUMMARY OF MATERIAL Going concern The Group maintains its debt structure as described
Vivo Energy Limited (‘Vivo Energy’ or the ‘Company’), ACCOUNTING POLICIES As part of the Group’s risk management framework, in note 3.2. The notes and the RCF have covenants
was incorporated on 12 March 2018 in the United The principal accounting policies applied in the changes in the nature, likelihood and impact of existing for which further information can be found in note
Kingdom. The Company is registered in England preparation of these consolidated financial statements and new risks are regularly considered, including the 22. Breach of these covenants may result in full and
and Wales and is a private company limited by are set out below, and have been applied consistently Group’s ability to respond to changes in its business immediate repayment of the long-term borrowings
shares (Registration number 11250655) under the for all the years presented. and the external environment. There have been and an inability to access the RCF. The Group has met
Companies Act 2006. References to ‘Vivo Energy’ no changes in the Group’s principal risks that would these covenants in the past and has projected its ability
or the ‘Group’ mean the Company, its subsidiaries, 2.1 Basis of preparation impact the going concern over the next two years. to continue to do so over the going concern period.
joint ventures and associates. These consolidated These consolidated financial statements have been IFRS requires the going concern assumption to be Management has performed severe but plausible
financial statements as at and for the period ended prepared in accordance with UK-adopted International assessed over a period of at least 12 months from downside scenarios on covenants and liquidity
31 December 2023 comprise the Company, its Accounting Standards. The consolidated financial the date of approval of the financial statements. to identify the impact a decrease in the Group’s
subsidiaries and subsidiary undertakings, joint ventures statements have been prepared under the historical For the purposes of the going concern assessment, financial performance would have. The scenarios
and associates. The Group’s shareholders are cost convention unless otherwise indicated. The effect the Directors have considered a period up to simulate various macroeconomic conditions such
VIP II Blue B.V. and Vitol Africa B.V. The Group has no of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents 31 December 2025. The Directors have performed as depreciation of local currencies, increase in key
ultimate parent or controlling party. has been presented in line with the guidelines a going concern assessment based on the forecasts costs, changes in the crude oil prices, government
Vivo Energy distributes and sells fuel and lubricants to under IAS 7(28) and is now shown as a reconciling for this period taken from the Board approved decision-making and high inflation and interest rates
retail and commercial consumers in Africa and trades movement between opening and closing balances. strategic plan which includes a detailed analysis of the resulting in an adjusted EBITDA decrease of 10%
under brands owned by the Shell and Engen group The preparation of the consolidated financial Group’s future financial and operating performance. and 20% and net finance expense increase of 5% and
of companies. Furthermore, Vivo Energy generates statements in conformity with UK-adopted The strategic plan takes into consideration the impact 10%. The scenarios reflect the severity of the above
revenue from Non-fuel retail activities including International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) of the current year performance, future growth factors to different degrees. Under the scenarios,
convenience retail and quick service restaurants by requires the use of certain critical accounting expectations and the effect of other macroeconomic the Group has demonstrated its ability to continue
leveraging on its Retail network. estimates. It also requires management to exercise factors on the performance of sales volumes, gross to meet the covenant requirements and maintain
its judgement in the process of applying the Group’s cash profit and cash flows. sufficient headroom. Management have also simulated
Further details on the nature of the Group’s the impact on covenants and liquidity following the
operations and principal activities can be found in the accounting policies. The areas involving a higher Based on management’s assessment up to
degree of judgement or complexity, or areas where completion of the Engen acquisition and concluded
Strategic Report. 31 December 2025, the Group is expected to
assumptions and estimates are significant to the this would not result in a breach of these covenants
maintain sufficient available liquidity and generate
consolidated financial statements, are disclosed in over the going concern period.
positive cash flows to meet its obligations as they
note 4. During the period there were no material fall due. As at 31 December 2023, the Group has The Directors maintain a reasonable expectation
changes to estimates which require significant a committed headroom of $271m which includes that the Company and the Group will have adequate
judgement by management and no new significant the renewed undrawn committed RCF of $300m. resources to continue in operational existence during
judgements or estimates have been identified. As of 31 December 2023, the Company has available the going concern period and consider it appropriate
short‑term capital resources of $2,378m, which to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in
also includes $1,534m of uncommitted facilities. preparing the financial statements.
Despite these facilities being uncommitted the
Group has continued to have access to and utilise the
uncommitted short-term funding lines throughout the
year, and where necessary renew them in the normal
course of business. Therefore, the Directors expect
these uncommitted facilities to continue to be available
to the Group for the foreseeable future.
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2. SUMMARY OF MATERIAL As a result, the Group considers that the market 2.4 Consolidation Joint arrangements
ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED for oil products across Africa will continue to grow The Group is made up of various entities, subsidiaries, Joint arrangements are contractual arrangements
within its medium-term planning horizons and this joint ventures and associates. Details regarding all whereby the Group and other parties undertake
2.1 Basis of preparation (continued) assumption is embedded within the Group’s strategic entities are included in note 14 in the Company activities that are under joint control, meaning that
Climate change business plan which in turn supports a number of key financial statements. the relevant activities that significantly affect the
In preparing the consolidated financial statements forward-looking accounting judgements and estimates. investee’s returns require the unanimous consent of
management has considered the impact that Furthermore, the Group does not foresee restrictions Subsidiaries the parties sharing control. Joint arrangements are
climate change may have. Management has assessed on accessing capital markets and has demonstrated Subsidiaries are entities controlled by the Group. classified as either joint operations or joint ventures
the impact of climate change on the business. its ability to raise additional debt and equity funding Control is achieved when the Group is exposed to, depending on the contractual rights and obligations
Additional information can be found on pages 35 at competitive market rates in the recent past. or has rights to, variable returns from its involvement of each investor. The Group has assessed the nature
to 38. The Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Therefore, there is currently no indication that climate with the entity and has the ability to affect those of its joint arrangements and determined them to be
Disclosures (TCFD) is a reporting framework that change will negatively impact the Group’s cost of returns through its power over the entity. joint ventures. Joint ventures are joint arrangements
consists of a list of recommendations for companies to capital to the extent that changes in the discount The Group reassesses whether or not it controls an whereby the parties that have joint control have the
consider, with the aim being to improve and increase rates, used in accounting estimates and judgements, investee if the facts and circumstances indicate that rights to the net assets of the arrangement and are
the reporting of climate-related financial information. would result in a material adjustment to the financial there may be changes to one or more of the elements accounted for using the equity method.
The Group’s previous scenario assessment, statement balances. of control. Subsidiaries are consolidated from the
performed in accordance with the TCFD reporting Under the equity method, the investment is initially
effective date of control and deconsolidated from the recognised at cost adjusted for the post-acquisition
framework, remains relevant and reflective of the 2.2 Application of new and revised IFRS date that control ceases.
current period. There have been no developments changes in the Group’s share of net assets of the
The following amendments and new interpretations joint venture, less any impairment in the value of the
in the organisation or climate change factors that Profit or loss and each component of other
to the IFRS standards effective for annual periods investment. The Group’s share of post-tax profits
would result in a significant or material impact on the comprehensive income are attributed to the owners
beginning on or after 1 January 2023 are applicable or losses are recognised in the consolidated income
outcome of key accounting judgements and estimates, of the Group and to the non-controlling interests.
and have been applied in preparing the consolidated statement. Losses of a joint venture in excess of the
including going concern, asset useful economic lives, Total comprehensive income of subsidiaries is
financial statements and do not have a material impact Group’s interest investment in that joint venture are
asset valuations and impairments, as the impact of attributed to owners of the Group and to the
for the Group: recognised only to the extent that the Group has
transitional risks is only forecast to have a significant non‑controlling interests even if this results in the
– Narrow-scoped amendments to IAS 1, IAS 8, non‑controlling interests having a deficit balance. incurred legal or constructive obligations or made
impact on the Group’s business and cash flow beyond IAS 12 and Practice Statement 2
the point at which asset carrying values are realised. payments on behalf of the joint venture.
All intra-group transactions and balances, income,
Across the African continent, countries are preparing There are no other standards, amendments and expenses and cash flows are eliminated on Unrealised gains on transactions between the
for the energy transition by implementing policy and interpretations which are effective for the financial consolidation. Where necessary, accounting policies Group and its joint ventures are eliminated to
legislative frameworks that respond to climate change year beginning on 1 January 2023 that have an impact of subsidiaries are adjusted to ensure consistency with the extent of the Group’s interest in the joint
and the Paris Climate Agreement commitments. on the consolidated financial statements of the Group. the policies adopted by the Group. ventures. Unrealised losses are eliminated unless the
The governments in Ghana, Kenya, Morocco, Namibia, transaction provides evidence of an impairment of the
Tanzania and Uganda are some of those which have 2.3 New standards, amendments and Changes in ownership interests in subsidiaries asset transferred.
increased their efforts to improve and diversify their interpretations not yet adopted without change of control
energy supply mix. As set out on pages 28 to 30 of Transactions with non-controlling interests that do not Where necessary, accounting policies of the joint
The following amendments to the standards ventures are adjusted to ensure consistency with the
the Strategic Report, while the Group continues to effective for annual periods beginning on or after result in loss of control are accounted for as equity
introduce initiatives designed to reduce the carbon transactions, that is, as transactions with the owners policies adopted by the Group.
1 January 2024 have not been applied in preparing the
emissions from its direct operations and develop consolidated financial statements of the Group: in their capacity as owners. The difference between
alternative product offerings, the Group considers fair value of any consideration paid and the relevant
– Narrow-scoped amendments to IAS 1, IAS 7,
that the transition towards a low-carbon economy in share acquired of the carrying value of net assets of
IAS 28, IFRS 7, IFRS 10 and IFRS 16
its primary markets will be over a longer time period the subsidiary is recorded in equity. Gains or losses on
than will be seen in the UK and the European Union. – IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 disposals to non-controlling interests are also recorded
in equity.
The impact of IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 is under
assessment. There are no other IFRS amendments
that are not yet effective which would be expected
to have a material impact on the Group.
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2. SUMMARY OF MATERIAL The consideration transferred includes the fair value 2.6 Foreign currency translation Accounting for hyperinflation
ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED of any asset or liability resulting from a contingent Functional and presentation currency The results of the Group’s operations within
consideration arrangement. Identifiable assets and Items included in the financial statements of each entities based in Zimbabwe have been prepared in
2.4 Consolidation (continued) liabilities acquired and contingent liabilities assumed in of the Group’s entities are measured using the accordance with IAS 29 as if the economy had been
Investments in associates a business combinations are measured initially at their currency of the primary economic environment in hyperinflationary from date of acquisition.
Associates are entities where the Group has significant fair values at acquisition date. The Group recognises which the entity operates (‘the functional currency’).
influence and is neither a subsidiary nor an interest in In October 2023, the Republic of Ghana’s economic
any non-controlling interest in the acquiree on an The functional currency of the Company is US dollars.
a joint venture. status was officially classified as hyperinflationary.
acquisition-by-acquisition basis, either at fair value or These consolidated financial statements are presented The Group has duly implemented IAS 29 in relation
Significant influence is the power to participate in the at the non-controlling interest’s proportionate share in US dollars, which is the functional and presentation to its operations within the Ghanaian territory, with
financial and operating policy decisions of the investee of the recognised amounts of acquiree’s identifiable currency of the Company. the effective commencement date set as January
but where the Group does not have control or joint net assets. Acquisition related costs are expensed
Transactions and balances 2023. The accounting of IAS 29 has been applied
control over those policies. as incurred.
Foreign currency transactions are translated in line with the standard as if the entity had always
At the date of acquisition, any excess of the cost of the Any contingent consideration to be transferred by into the functional currency using the exchange been hyperinflationary.
acquisition over the Group’s share of the net fair value the Group is recognised at fair value at the acquisition rates prevailing at the dates of the transactions. Hyperinflationary accounting requires transactions and
of the identifiable net assets, liabilities and contingent date. Subsequent changes to the fair value of the Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from balances to be stated in terms of the measuring unit,
liabilities of the associate is recorded as goodwill. contingent consideration that is deemed to be an the settlement of such transactions, and from the current at the end of the reporting period in order
The goodwill is included within the carrying amount asset or liability is recognised in accordance with translation at year‑end exchange rates of monetary to account for the effect of loss of purchasing power
of the investment. Investments in associates are IFRS 9 ‘Financial Instruments’ either in profit or loss assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies, during the period. The Group has elected to use
accounted for using the equity method of accounting. or as a change to other comprehensive income. are recognised in the consolidated statements of the Consumer Price Index (CPI), as published by the
Contingent consideration that is classified as equity comprehensive income.
Under the equity method, the investment is Ghana Central Bank and Zimbabwe Reserve Bank, as
is not remeasured, and its subsequent settlement is
initially recognised at cost and adjusted for the Foreign exchange gains and losses that relate to the general price index to restate amounts, since CPI
accounted for within equity.
post‑acquisition changes in the Group’s share of net monetary items such as borrowings, receivables provides an official observable indication of the change
assets of the associate, less any impairment in the Goodwill is initially measured as the excess of the and cash and cash equivalents are presented in the in the price of goods and services.
value of the investment. The Group’s share of post-tax aggregate of the consideration transferred and the consolidated statements of comprehensive income The carrying amounts of non-monetary assets and
profits or losses are recognised in the consolidated fair value of non-controlling interest over the net within cost of sales for trading related gains and liabilities carried at historical cost have been adjusted
income statement. Losses of an associate in excess identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed. losses and within finance income and expense for to reflect the impact of the CPI. Amortisation,
of the Group’s interest in that associate are recognised If this consideration is lower than the fair value of the non‑trading related gains and losses. depreciation and impairments shall be recalculated
only to the extent that the Group has incurred legal net assets of the subsidiary acquired, the difference is Translation differences on non-monetary financial based on the carrying amounts of property, plant and
or constructive obligations or made payments on recognised in profit or loss. assets, such as equities classified as financial equipment, right-of-use assets and intangible assets
behalf of the associate. Dividends received from assets at fair value through other comprehensive restated to reflect the change in the general price
associates and/or joint ventures are classified as an Inter-company transactions, balances, income and
income (FVTOCI), are included in other index. All other items recognised in the statement of
operating activity. expenses on transactions between group companies
comprehensive income. comprehensive income are restated by applying the
are eliminated. Profits and losses resulting from
change in the general price index from the dates when
inter‑company transactions that are recognised in The financial statements of entities in
2.5 Business combination the items of income and expenses were originally
assets are also eliminated. Accounting policies of the hyperinflationary economies are translated in
The Group applies the acquisition method to recorded. The restatement of income and expenses
subsidiaries have been changed where necessary accordance with IAS 29 ‘Financial Reporting in
account for business combinations. The consideration are carried out on a monthly basis by applying the
to ensure consistency with the policies adopted by Hyperinflationary Economies’.
transferred for the acquisition of a subsidiary is the fair respective conversion factor. The net impact of these
the Group.
values of the assets and liabilities transferred and the gains or losses, have been recognised in the statement
equity interests issued by the Group. of comprehensive income.
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2. SUMMARY OF MATERIAL 2.7 Revenue recognition Vivo Energy Kenya Ltd, like other oil marketers in For sales of services, the total consideration in the
ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED When the Group enters into an agreement with Kenya, participates in the Open Tender System service contracts is allocated to all services based on
a customer, goods and services deliverable under (OTS). Oil-marketing companies are legally required their stand-alone selling prices. The stand-alone selling
2.6 Foreign currency translation (continued) the contract are identified as separate performance to import petroleum products through the OTS, that price is determined based on the list prices at which
All items in the statement of cash flows are expressed obligations (‘obligations’) to the extent that the is centrally coordinated by the Ministry of Energy. the Group sells the services in separate transactions.
in terms of the general price index at the end of the customer can benefit from the goods or services on This legal notice is governed by the OTS agreements The transaction price is allocated to the performance
reporting period. Following the application of IAS 29, their own and that the separate goods and services signed between all Kenyan licensed oil marketers. obligations identified in the contract. The revenue
the financial statements of Ghanaian and Zimbabwean are considered distinct from other goods and services Vivo Energy Kenya Ltd does not only participate in this from services are recognised over a period of time as
subsidiaries are translated at the closing exchange rate in the agreement. Where individual goods and services process but also purchases from the suppliers and sells the performance obligations are met. Rental income
applicable for the period. do not meet the criteria to be identified as separate the petroleum products through the OTS to other oil is accounted for in revenue and recognised over the
The impact of applying IAS 29 in the current obligations they are aggregated with other goods and/ marketing companies. Related revenues are recognised duration of the rental contract.
period resulted in an increase in property, plant or services in the agreement until a separate obligation at the fair value of the consideration received or
The Group recognises an asset for the incremental
and equipment of $9m (2022: $15m), an increase in is identified. receivable once Vivo Energy Kenya Ltd has transferred
costs of obtaining a contract with a customer if the
intangible assets of $1m (2022: $5m) and an increase the goods to the customer and fulfilled its performance
Revenue from the sale of goods, such as fuel and Group expects the benefit of those costs to exceed
in net income of $5m (2022: $3m decrease). obligation. The OTS process was replaced in the first
lubricants and any other products are recognised one year. The Group has determined that certain
half of 2023. OMC’s now individually procure product
Group companies when the Group has fulfilled its performance sales incentive programmes meet the requirements
from a central government importer.
The results and financial position of all the Group obligation to a customer at a point in time. to be capitalised.
entities with a functional currency other than Vivo Energy Supply B.V. was established to consolidate
The performance obligation to customers is fulfilled The Group applies a practical expedient to expense
the presentation currency are translated into the functional activities across the operating units and
when the Group’s products are delivered to the costs as incurred for costs to obtain a contract when
presentation currency as follows: leverage economics of scale by streamlining sourcing
customer and transfer of title occurs. The Group does the amortisation period would have been one year
and procurement across markets. Vivo Energy
– Assets and liabilities are translated at the closing not offer bundled products. or less.
Supply B.V. purchases product from Vitol and
rate at the reporting date; The transaction price is the amount of consideration to third party suppliers and provides products to the
– Income and expense items and cash flows are Group’s operating units and external customers. 2.8 Finance income and expense
which the Group expects to be entitled in exchange for
translated at the average exchange rates for the The contractual responsibility of Vivo Energy Finance income and expense are recognised in the
transferring promised goods or services to a customer.
period (unless this average is not a reasonable Supply B.V. is to provide goods to the customer. income statement using the effective interest rate
The transaction price is allocated to the performance
approximation of the cumulative effect of the The contractual performance obligation is satisfied method. All finance costs are recognised in the periods
obligation in the contracts and excludes amounts
rates prevailing on the transaction dates, in which upon delivery of goods to the customer based in which they are incurred. In the cash flow statement,
collected on behalf of third parties (i.e. sales taxes,
case income and expenses are translated at the on the incoterms. Revenue is recognised once finance expense is classified as a financing activity and
excise duties and similar levies). The majority of the
rate on the dates of the transactions); and the performance obligation has been fulfilled and finance income as an operating activity.
markets in which the Group operates are regulated
– Exchange differences arising are recognised and have fixed prices that are established either by presented on a gross basis as Vivo Energy Supply B.V.
directly in other comprehensive income. the government or the industry. The Group may acts as a principal in the supply of its products. 2.9 Consolidated statement of
offer discounts and volume rebates to customers. comprehensive income presentation
Goodwill and fair value adjustments arising on Cost of sales reflects costs relating to the revenue
the acquisition of a foreign entity are treated Where applicable, discounts are pre-agreed in the
contracts that form part of the price determination recognised, including depreciation costs. Selling and
as assets and liabilities of the foreign entity and marketing costs reflect the marketing, selling costs,
translated accordingly. over the life of the contract. Volume rebates are
determined periodically, and recorded against revenue. depreciation and amortisation costs. The general and
administrative costs reflect all central and corporate
costs, including employee and depreciation costs.
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2. SUMMARY OF MATERIAL 2.11 Intangible assets assets. Direct costs of software development include Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses,
ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED Goodwill employee costs and directly attributable overheads. the carrying amount of the asset is increased to the
Goodwill arises on the acquisition of subsidiaries and Costs associated with maintaining software programs revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but only
2.10 Property, plant and equipment represents the excess of the consideration transferred are recognised as an expense when they are incurred. to the extent that the increased carrying amount does
Property, plant and equipment is carried at over the acquirer’s interest in fair value of the net Amortisation is charged on a straight-line basis over not exceed the original carrying amount that would
historical cost less accumulated depreciation and any identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities of their estimated useful lives of three to ten years. As at have been determined, net of depreciation, had no
accumulated impairment losses. the acquiree and the fair value of the non-controlling 31 December 2023, internally developed software impairment loss been recognised for the asset in prior
The initial cost of an asset comprises its purchase price interest in the acquiree. relating to the ERP system has a remaining useful life years. Any impairment reversal is recognised in the
or construction cost and any costs directly attributable of six years. consolidated statements of comprehensive income.
Goodwill is allocated to cash-generating units (CGUs)
to bringing the asset into operation. The purchase for the purpose of impairment testing. The allocation Other intangible assets
price or construction cost is the aggregate amount 2.13 Inventories
is made to those CGUs or groups of CGUs that are Other intangible assets include Butagaz brand, LPG
paid and the fair value of any other consideration given Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net
expected to benefit from the business combination in retail distributor relationships and Commercial
to acquire the asset. Property, plant and equipment is realisable value. Cost comprises direct purchase
which the goodwill arose. The units or groups of units LPG customer relationships recognised at their fair
depreciated on a straight-line basis over the estimated costs (including transportation), cost of production,
are identified at the lowest level at which goodwill is value allocated at acquisition date are subsequently
useful lives of the various classes of assets and manufacturing and taxes, and is determined using the
monitored for internal management purposes, being measured at carrying amount less accumulated
commences when the asset is ready for use. Land and weighted average cost method.
the operating segments. amortisation calculated using the straight-line
construction-in-progress are not depreciated. method over the expected useful life of 10 to
For goodwill recognised in the consolidated 2.14 Other government benefits receivable
The following depreciation rates are applied for 15 years. The VEOHL business acquisition in 2019
statements of financial position, impairment reviews Other assets include other government benefits
the Group: attributed additional intangible assets recognised
are undertaken annually, once goodwill has been receivable that reflect subsidies received from national
through application of IFRS 3 ‘Business Combinations’.
Buildings: 20 – 50 years allocated to CGUs, or more frequently if events governments for fuel sold as part of the Group’s
These intangible assets relate to customer
Machinery and other equipment: 4 – 25 years or changes in circumstances indicate a potential ordinary course of business.
relationships and the use of the Engen brand with
impairment. The carrying value of the CGU to which
Major improvements are capitalised when they useful lives of between 10 to 15 years. The following types of compensation are applicable to
goodwill is allocated is compared to the recoverable
are expected to provide future economic benefit. amount. Any impairment is recognised immediately as the Group:
When significant components of property, plant and an expense and is not subsequently reversed. 2.12 Impairment of non-financial assets
– Amounts due from/to the government for
equipment are required to be replaced at regular At least annually, the Group reviews the carrying
oil purchased at higher/ lower prices than the
intervals, the Group derecognises the replaced part Shell Licence Agreements (‘Licences’) amount of tangible and intangible assets with finite
price set by the local authority. Where the oil
and recognises the new part with its own associated The Licences acquired grant the Company the lives to assess whether there is an indication that
purchasing price paid by the Group is higher than
useful life and depreciation. Repairs and maintenance exclusive right to distribute and market Shell-branded those assets may be impaired. If any such indication
the price set by the local authorities, a receivable
costs are charged to the consolidated statement of products in the relevant countries. The Licences are exists, the Group makes an estimate of the asset’s
due from the government is recognised by
comprehensive income as incurred. recognised at their fair value at the acquisition date recoverable amount. An asset’s recoverable amount
the Group to compensate for the higher price
and are carried forward at cost less accumulated is the higher of an asset’s fair value less costs to sell
The carrying amount of an item of property, plant paid. Similarly, if the purchasing price of oil is
amortisation calculated using the straight-line method and its value in use. In assessing its value in use or fair
and equipment is derecognised on disposal, or lower than the set price, a liability towards
over the expected useful life of 15 years. The Licences value less cost of disposal, the estimated future cash
when no future economic benefits are expected the government is recognised. If collections/
expire in December 2031. flows attributable to the asset are discounted to their
from its use or disposal. Any gain or loss arising payments are expected in one year or less, the
present value using a pre-tax or post-tax discount rate
from the derecognition of property, plant Computer software receivable/liability are classified as current assets/
that reflects current market assessments of the time
and equipment is included in the consolidated Computer software comprises software purchased current liabilities. If not, they are presented as
value of money and the risks specific to the asset. If the
statements of comprehensive income when the item from third parties as well as the cost of internally non-current assets/non-current liabilities. As at
recoverable amount of an asset is estimated to be less
is derecognised. developed software. Computer software licences are 31 December 2023, this relates to Vivo Energy
than its carrying amount, the carrying amount of the
capitalised on the basis of the costs incurred to acquire Botswana, Côte d’Ivoire, Gabon, Guinea, Kenya,
Each asset’s estimated useful life, residual value and asset is reduced to its recoverable amount.
and bring into use the specific software. Costs that are Madagascar, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia
method of depreciation are reviewed and adjusted, if A corresponding impairment loss is recognised in the and Senegal.
appropriate, at each year-end. directly associated with the production of identifiable
and unique software products that are controlled consolidated statements of comprehensive income.
by the Group, and where it is probable of producing
future economic benefits, are recognised as intangible
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2. SUMMARY OF MATERIAL If a receivable is recognised as owing from the Financial instruments are recognised initially at fair Cash and cash equivalents
ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED government and there is risk over the recoverability value plus or minus, for an item not at fair value Cash and cash equivalents, on the statement of
of that asset, then a provision for impairment will through profit and loss (FVTPL), transaction costs financial position and for the purpose of the cash
2.14 Other government benefits be recognised. that are directly attributable to its acquisition or flow statement, includes cash on hand, in banks,
receivable (continued) issue. Financial instruments are initially recognised placements held at call with banks and other
– Amounts due from/to the government for Where the Group enters into factoring arrangements
when the Group becomes a party to the contractual short‑term highly‑liquid investments with maturities
transport costs incurred to encourage marketers it transfers and derecognises other government
provisions of the instrument. Trade receivables of three months or less. Where the Group does not
to distribute products to remote areas of the receivables if either:
are initially recognised when they are originated. have the right to offset, bank overdrafts are shown as
country. The government has introduced a – The Group has transferred substantially all the Financial assets are derecognised when substantial borrowings in current liabilities on the consolidated
pricing mechanism whereby if the Group only risks and rewards of ownership of the asset; or risks and rewards of ownership of the financial asset statement of financial position.
delivers to local areas, then a liability requiring – The Group has neither transferred nor have been transferred. In cases where substantial risks
payment to the government will be recognised. retained substantially all the risks and rewards and rewards of ownership of the financial assets are Trade receivables
If the Group delivers to remote areas, then a of ownership of the asset and no longer retains neither transferred nor retained, financial assets are Trade receivables are amounts due from customers
receivable owing from the government will be control of the asset. derecognised only when the Group has not retained for goods sold or services performed in the ordinary
due. If collections/payments are expected in one control over the financial asset. Financial liabilities are course of business. If collection is expected in one
Under the continuing involvement approach, the year or less they are classified as current assets. If not,
year or less, the receivable/liability are classified derecognised when its contractual obligations are
Group continues to recognise part of the asset. they are presented as non-current assets. The Group
as current assets/current liabilities. If not, they discharged, cancelled or expired, and when its terms
The amount of the asset that continues to be may obtain security for certain trade receivables in
are presented as non-current assets/non-current are modified and the cash flows are substantially
recognised is the maximum amount of the Group’s the form of cash deposit, bank guarantees, credit
liabilities. As at 31 December 2023, this relates different. Subsequent to initial recognition, financial
exposure to that particular asset or its previous insurance and assets securities, which can be called
to Vivo Energy Botswana, Gabon, Guinea instruments are measured as described below.
carrying amount, if lower. upon if the counterparty is in default under the terms
and Morocco.
Financial instruments measured at amortised cost of the agreement.
The origination of these receivables arises from 2.15 Financial instruments Except for debt instruments that are designated at
legal rights based on government schemes of fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL) on initial Government bonds
Financial instruments consist of: Government bonds are initially recognised at fair value
taxation and subsidies and not from any contractual recognition, financial instruments that meet the
agreements. As such, they are not considered – Financial assets, which include cash and cash following criteria are measured at amortised cost using less transaction costs and are subsequently measured
as financial instruments within the scope of equivalents, trade receivables, lease receivables, the effective interest method: at amortised cost. Interest income on government
IFRS 9 ‘Financial Instruments’ and are accounted employee and other advances, equity bonds is calculated using the effective interest rate
investments and derivative financial instruments – They are held within a business model whose method and is recognised in profit or loss.
for under IAS 20 ‘Accounting for Government objective is to hold assets in order to collect
Grants and Disclosure of Government Assistance’. and eligible current and non-current assets; and
contractual cash flows; and Trade payables
Other government benefits receivable are recognised – Financial liabilities, which include long-term Trade payables are obligations to pay for goods or
initially at fair value, which represents the difference and short-term loans and borrowings, bank – The contractual terms of the instrument give rise
on specified dates to cash flows that are solely services that have been acquired in the ordinary
between the market value if sold at arm’s length overdrafts, trade payables, lease liabilities, course of business from suppliers. Accounts payable
and the price set by the government. The subsidy is derivative financial instruments and eligible payment of principal and interest on the principal
amount outstanding. are classified as current liabilities if payment is due
accrued to match the associated cost to which the current and non‑current liabilities. within one year or less (or in the normal operating
compensation has been granted. Initial recognition The amortised cost is reduced by impairment losses.
Finance income or expense, foreign exchange gains cycle of the business if longer).
and any subsequent adjustments are recognised
within cost of sales in the consolidated statement of and losses and impairments are recognised in profit If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities.
comprehensive income. and loss. The following financial assets and liabilities are Where trade finance facilities are used to extend
classified as measured at amortised cost: payment terms, these facilities are presented as
short‑term borrowings in the consolidated statement
of financial position.
Trade payables are measured at amortised cost and
the fair value approximates the carrying amount.
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2. SUMMARY OF MATERIAL Derivative financial instruments 2.16 Impairment of financial assets The majority of the Group’s ECL provision is made
ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED The Group is exposed to foreign currency fluctuations The Group applies the expected credit loss (ECL) up of trade receivables over 180 days. There is no
on foreign currency assets, liabilities, net investment model for recognising impairment losses on financial impairment consideration for overdue amounts that
2.15 Financial instruments (continued) in foreign operations and forecasted cash flows assets measured at amortised cost. The ECL is the are secured with highly liquid collateral. Security held
Borrowings denominated in foreign currency. difference between the contractual cash flows and on trade receivables does not have a significant impact
Borrowings are recognised initially at fair value, net of the cash flows that the entity expects to receive on the risk of trade receivables.
transaction costs incurred and subsequently carried at The Group limits the effect of foreign exchange
availability and rate fluctuations by following the discounted using the effective interest rate. Financial assets, including loans to joint ventures, are
amortised cost. Any difference between the proceeds Loss allowance for financial assets other than trade
(net of transaction costs) and the redemption established risk management policies including the considered to be impaired when there is reasonable
use of derivatives. The Group enters into derivative receivables are measured at the amount equal to and supportable evidence that one or more events
value is recognised in the consolidated statement 12 months’ ECL, as they are considered low risk, unless
of comprehensive income, over the period of the contracts where the counterparty is primarily a bank. that have a detrimental impact on the estimated
there has been a significant increase in credit risk from future cash flows have occurred. This includes but is
borrowings, using the effective interest method. Derivative financial instruments are initially initial recognition, in which case those are measured not limited to: observable data at the reporting date
recognised and subsequently measured at fair value. at lifetime ECL. Since the contractual terms for most
Other assets and other liabilities that confirms potential future impairment such as
Attributable transaction costs are recognised in profit of the Group’s financial assets are typically less than
Other assets such as employee loans, brand severe financial difficulty of a counterparty; probability
or loss as a cost. 12 months, there is no significant difference between
promotion fund receivables, customer deposits and that a counterparty will enter bankruptcy; a contract
other liabilities are measured at amortised cost using Changes in fair value of foreign currency derivative the measurement of 12 months’ and lifetime ECL. breach; disappearance of an active market for a
the effective interest rate method. instruments neither designated as cash flow hedges For trade receivables, a simplified impairment counterparty’s products; concession being granted to
nor hedges of net investment in foreign operations approach is applied and the ECL is measured at the a counterparty for economic or contractual reasons
Equity investments at fair value through other are recognised in profit or loss and reported within due to a financial difficulty that would not otherwise
comprehensive income (FVTOCI) amount equal to lifetime ECL. Lifetime ECLs are the
foreign exchange gains, net within results from ECLs that result from all possible default events over be considered; and other financial reorganisation
For equity investments not held for trading, the operating activities. of a counterparty’s business. At the reporting date,
Group elected to present subsequent changes in the expected life of a financial asset. Lifetime ECL
for trade receivables is computed by taking into any significant change in credit risk arising from
the investment’s fair value in other comprehensive Changes in fair value and gains or losses on the
account historical credit loss experience adjusted these factors results in an adjustment of default
income. The Group subsequently measures these settlement of foreign currency derivative financial
for forward‑looking information. Experienced credit probabilities. Where the Group has no reasonable
assets at fair value with fair value gains and losses instruments relating to borrowings, which have not
judgement is applied to ensure that the weighted expectation of recovering the debt, for example
recognised in other comprehensive income and never been designated as hedges, are recorded in finance
probabilities of default are reflective of the credit risk where all legal avenues for collection of amounts due
reclassified to profit or loss. Dividends are recognised expense. Changes in fair value and gains or losses on
associated with the Group’s exposure. have been exhausted, the debt (or relevant portion) is
in profit or loss as other income when the Group’s the settlement of foreign currency derivative financial
written off.
right to receive payment is established. instruments relating to operational transactions, which The measurement of the ECL is a function of
have not been designated as hedges, are recorded in the probability of default, loss given default
Financial instruments measured at fair value other income. (i.e. the magnitude of the loss after recovery if there is
through profit or loss (FVTPL)
Net investment hedges a default) and the exposure at default (i.e. the asset’s
Instruments that are not measured at amortised
When a derivative is designated as the hedging carrying amount). The ECL is based on the historical
cost or FVTOCI are measured at FVTPL.
instrument in a hedge of a net investment in a impairment data, of trade receivables, grouped into
These instruments are subsequently measured
foreign operation, any gain or loss on the hedging various age categories and geographical location.
at fair value, with any gains or losses arising on
instrument relating to the effective portion of The impact of forward-looking macroeconomic
re‑measurement recognised in profit or loss. factors on the expected credit losses are taken into
The gain or loss on disposal is recognised in profit the hedge is recognised in OCI and presented
in currency translation reserve within equity. account in the impairment data used for the ECL
or loss. Financial instruments at FVTPL include model. The Group considers there to be a high
derivative financial instruments. The gain or loss relating to the ineffective portion is
recognised immediately in profit or loss. The amount magnitude of exposure on default of debt, when
recognised in OCI is reclassified to profit or loss the counterparty fails to engage in an acceptable
as a reclassification adjustment on disposal of the repayment plan or fails to make contractual payments,
foreign operation. for a period greater than 180 days past due.
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2. SUMMARY OF MATERIAL 2.21 Leases 2.22 Provisions Legal and other provisions
ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED Leases are included in right-of-use (ROU) assets and Provisions are liabilities of uncertain timing or amounts. Legal and other provisions include provisions for
lease liabilities on the Group’s consolidated statement Provisions are recognised when the Group has a environmental restoration, restructuring costs and
2.17 Share capital of financial position. present, legal or constructive obligation as a result of legal claims. Provisions are not recognised for future
Ordinary and deferred shares are classified as equity. past events, that will result in a probable outflow of operating losses.
ROU assets and lease liabilities are recognised based
economic resources, and a reliable estimate can be
2.18 Non-controlling interest on the present value of the future minimum lease Where there are a number of similar obligations,
made of the amount of the obligation.
Non-controlling interests in the Group’s equity are payments over the lease term at commencement the likelihood that an outflow will be required in
stated at the non-controlling interest’s proportionate date. As most of the leases do not provide an implicit Provisions are measured at the present value of settlement is determined by considering the class of
share of the net assets and liabilities of the rate, the Group uses the incremental borrowing rate management’s best estimate of expenditure required obligations as a whole.
companies concerned. based on the information available at commencement to settle the obligation using a pre‑tax rate that
date in determining the present value of future reflects current market assessments of the time value 2.23 Post-employment obligations
2.19 Dividend distribution payments. The ROU assets also include any lease of money and the risks specific to the obligation. The Group operates various post-employment
Dividend distribution to the Company’s shareholders payments made at or before the commencement The increase in the provision due to passage of time is schemes, including both defined benefit and defined
is recognised as a liability in the Group’s financial date, any initial direct costs incurred and less any lease recognised as finance expense. contribution pension plans and post‑employment
statements in the period in which the dividends incentives. The ROU assets acquired under IFRS 16 medical plans.
‘Leases’ are depreciated on a straight-line basis over Compulsory stock provision
are approved by the Company’s shareholders. The oil market regulator in Morocco introduced an
the asset’s useful life, or over the shorter of the asset’s Pension obligations
The Company recognises the interim dividend in the industry mechanism to enable oil market operators
useful life and the lease term if there is no reasonable A defined contribution plan is a pension plan
period in which it is paid. to maintain the necessary compulsory stock volume
certainty that the Group will obtain ownership at the under which the Group pays fixed contributions
end of the lease term. requirement. The compulsory stock provision into a separate entity. The Group has no legal or
2.20 Share-based payments relates to amounts due to the oil market regulator in constructive obligations to pay further contributions
The Group issues cash-settled share-based The measurement of the lease liability may include Morocco for cash received to fund the compulsory if the fund does not hold sufficient assets to pay all
payments to employees through share option plans. options to extend or terminate the lease when it is stock obligation (CSO). The cash received up to 1997 employees the benefits relating to employee service in
Prior to delisting, the Group also issued equity‑settled reasonably certain that the option will be exercised. was based on the CSO levels and the government the current and prior periods. A defined benefit plan
share‑based payments via shares and share option plans. After the initial measurement at commencement, regulated oil price at that time. The amount received is a pension plan that is not a defined contribution plan.
Equity-settled share-based payments the carrying amount of the lease liability is increased has been agreed with the government and is classified
by interest on the lease liability, reduced by lease as a non-current liability in ‘Other liabilities’ in the For defined contribution plans, the Group pays
Equity-settled share-based payments arising from the
payments made and re-measured to reflect any consolidated statement of financial position. contributions to publicly or privately administered
Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) and the Restricted
reassessment or lease modifications. Interest on pension insurance plans on a mandatory, contractual
Share Award Plan are measured at fair value The fuel market in Morocco has been deregulated
the lease liability is computed based on the initial or voluntary basis. The Group has no further payment
(excluding the effect of non-market vesting conditions) since 1 December 2015 and the LPG market continues
discount rate used to compute the lease liability at obligations once the contributions have been paid.
at grant date. The fair value determined at grant date to be regulated. Due to the uncertainty on the value
commencement (or if applicable a revised discount The contributions are recognised as employee benefit
is recognised over the vesting period, based on the at which the CSO will be settled, a provision for
rate used in a modification or re-measurement) to expenses when they are due. Prepaid contributions
Group’s estimate of the shares that will eventually the fluctuations in the purchase price of products
produce a constant period rate of interest on the are recognised as an asset to the extent that a
vest and adjusted for the effect of non-market vesting has been recognised. The provision relates to the
remaining balance of the lease liability. cash refund or a reduction in the future payments
conditions. A corresponding increase in other reserves difference between the cash received up to 1997, is available.
is also recognised in equity. Lease agreements including a lease and non-lease to purchase stocks for the CSO, and the oil price
component are generally accounted for separately. at the end of November 2015 and the LPG price Typically defined benefit plans define an amount of
Cash-settled share-based payments
For certain instances where it is impractical to to date. As at 31 December 2023, the Moroccan pension benefit that an employee will receive on
Cash-settled share-based payments arising from the
separate the lease from the non-lease component, government has not indicated a repayment date for retirement, usually dependent on one or more factors
Vivo Energy Management Equity Plan are recognised
the Group will account for them as a single lease the compulsory stock obligation. such as age, years of service and compensation.
as an expense over the vesting period, measured by
reference to the fair value of the corresponding liability component. Additionally, the Group applies a portfolio The liability recognised in the consolidated statements
which is recognised in the consolidated statements of approach to effectively account for the ROU assets of financial position in respect of defined benefit
financial position. The liability is measured at fair value and liabilities. pension plans is the present value of the defined
at each reporting date until settlement, with changes benefit obligation at the end of the reporting period
in fair value recognised in the consolidated statement less the fair value of plan assets. The defined benefit
of comprehensive income. obligation is calculated annually by independent
actuaries using the projected unit credit method.
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2. SUMMARY OF MATERIAL The schemes are exposed to a number of risks, Termination benefits However, deferred tax liabilities are not recognised
ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED including: Termination benefits are payable when employment if they arise from the initial recognition of goodwill.
is terminated by the Group before the normal Deferred income tax is not accounted for if it arises
2.23 Post-employment obligations – Investment risk: movement of discount rate used
retirement date, or whenever an employee accepts from initial recognition of an asset or liability in a
(continued) (high-quality corporate bonds) against the return
voluntary redundancy in exchange for these benefits. transaction other than a business combination that at
Full actuarial valuation was performed for all the from plan assets. If plan assets underperform
The Group recognises termination benefits at the the time of the transaction affects neither accounting
defined benefit plans. The present value of the against the yield then this will create a deficit;
earlier of the following dates (a) when the Group can nor taxable profit or loss. Deferred income tax is
defined benefit obligation is determined by discounting – Interest rate risk: decreases/increases in the no longer withdraw the offer of those benefits; and (b) determined using tax rates (and laws) that have been
the estimated future cash outflows using interest rates discount rate used (high-quality corporate when the entity recognises costs for a restructuring enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting
of high-quality corporate bonds that are denominated bonds) will increase/decrease the defined that is within the scope of IAS 37 ‘Provisions’ and date and are expected to apply when the related
in the currency in which the benefits will be paid, and benefit obligation; involves the payment of termination benefits. deferred income tax asset is realised or the deferred
that have terms to maturity approximating to the – Longevity risk: changes in the estimation of mortality income tax liability is settled.
terms of the related pension obligation. In countries rates of current and former employees; and In the case of an offer made to encourage voluntary
where there is no deep market in such bonds, the – Salary risk: increases in future salaries increase redundancy, the termination benefits are measured Deferred income tax assets are recognised only to the
market rates on government bonds are used. the gross defined benefit obligation. based on the number of employees expected extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will
to accept the offer. Benefits falling due more be available against which the temporary differences,
Actuarial gains and losses arising from experience The Group acknowledges that the recognition of a than 12 months after the end of the reporting period unused tax losses and unused tax credits can be
adjustments and changes in actuarial assumptions are pension scheme surplus depends on the interpretation are discounted to their present value. utilised. The criteria considered when recognising
charged or credited to equity in other comprehensive of the wording of the pension scheme rules and the deferred income tax assets includes:
income in the period in which they arise. relevant accounting standard.
2.24 Current and deferred income tax – The existence of taxable temporary differences
Current and past service costs are recognised The Group has adopted the provisions of IFRIC 14 The income tax expense for the period comprises that relate to the same taxation authority and
immediately in profit or loss. Net finance expense/ when assessing a pension scheme in surplus. current and deferred tax. Income tax is recognised same taxable entity; and
income will be calculated as the product of the A restriction has been applied to the balance sheet, in the consolidated statement of comprehensive – The expected future taxable profits and tax
net defined liability/asset and the discount rate and the net surplus recognised on the balance sheet income, except to the extent that it relates to items planning opportunities. In case of a history of
as determined at the beginning of the year and is has been restricted to nil. recognised in other comprehensive income or recent losses, it has been considered whether
included in net finance expense in the statement of directly in equity. In this case, the income tax is also other convincing evidence is available to
comprehensive income. Other post-employment obligations
Some Group companies provide post-retirement recognised in other comprehensive income support the recognition of the deferred income
Defined benefit scheme characteristics and funding healthcare benefits to their retirees. The entitlement or directly in equity, respectively. tax assets.
The Group operates multiple post-employment to these benefits is usually conditional on the The current income tax charge is calculated on the Deferred income tax is provided on temporary
defined benefit schemes for its employees in half of employee remaining in service up to retirement age basis of the tax laws enacted or substantively enacted differences arising on investments in subsidiaries and
its operating countries. The multiple pension schemes and the completion of a minimum service period. at the reporting date in the countries where the associates, except for deferred income tax liability
provide the employees with a pension or lump sum The expected costs of these benefits are accrued Company and its subsidiaries operate and generate where the timing of the reversal of the temporary
retirement benefit where the exact pension payments over the period of employment using the same taxable income. The Group periodically evaluates difference is controlled by the Group and it is probable
on retirement differ per scheme. For some operating accounting methodology as used for defined benefit positions taken or intended to be taken in tax returns that the temporary difference will not reverse in the
companies (mainly Ghana and Namibia) there is an pension plans. Actuarial gains and losses arising from with respect to situations in which the applicable tax foreseeable future.
additional post-employment health scheme. experience adjustments and changes in actuarial regulation is subject to interpretation. It accounts for
assumptions are charged or credited to equity in Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are offset
The Group’s funded plans relate to the pension uncertain tax positions where appropriate on the basis
other comprehensive income in the period in which when there is a legally enforceable right to offset
schemes in Mauritius and Gabon. The funded plans of amounts expected to be paid to the tax authorities.
they arise. These obligations are valued annually by current tax assets against current tax liabilities and
are legally separate from the Group and administered Deferred income tax is recognised, using the liability when the deferred income tax assets and liabilities
independent qualified actuaries.
by a separate fund and comply with local regulatory method, on temporary differences arising between relate to income taxes levied by the same taxation
and legal requirements. the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying authority on either the same taxable entity or
amounts in the consolidated financial statements. different taxable entities where there is an intention
to settle the balances on a net basis.
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3. FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT Price risk Credit risk In Morocco, customer receivables to the amount
The Group generally seeks to manage its exposure Credit risk is managed on a Group basis, except for of $16m (2022: $18m) were assigned to a factoring
3.1 Financial risk factors to commodity price risk through careful inventory credit risk relating to accounts receivable balances. subsidiary of a commercial bank; the assigned
The Group’s activities expose it to a variety of financial management and as at 31 December 2023, the Each local entity is responsible for managing and amount was received in cash and the corresponding
risks: market risk (including foreign exchange risk, price Group was not significantly exposed to commodity analysing the credit risk for each of their new clients receivable was derecognised. For the late payment
risk, cash flow interest rate risk and fair value interest price risk. In regulated markets, the Group has no before standard payment and delivery terms and risk, the Group capped the exposure to six months’
rate risk), credit risk and liquidity risk. The Group’s price exposure as long as the sale of the inventory is conditions are offered maximum of interest. This resulted in a continuous
overall risk management programme focuses on the matching the timing of the price structure updates, involvement accounting treatment where a substantial
unpredictability of financial markets and seeks to Credit risk arises from cash and cash equivalents,
however, in unregulated markets, such as Marine and portion of the risk has been transferred. A continuous
minimise potential adverse effects on the Group’s as well as credit exposures to wholesale and retail
Aviation, the Group may be exposed to price changes involvement liability of $0.4m (2022: $0.3m) was
financial performance. customers, including outstanding receivables and
in the short term if inventory is not carefully managed. recognised. In addition, other government benefits
committed transactions. At reporting date, the Group
Market risk receivable to the amount of $83m (2022: $144m)
In Botswana, Côte d’Ivoire, Gabon, Guinea, Kenya, noted no significant concentrations of credit risk to
Foreign exchange risk were assigned to a local commercial bank, the assigned
Madagascar, Morocco (for butane only), Mozambique individual customers or counterparties. The maximum
The Group operates internationally and is exposed amount was received in cash and the corresponding
and Senegal, the Group is financially compensated exposure to credit risk at the reporting date is the
to foreign exchange risk arising from various currency receivable was derecognised. For the late payment
by the local government for the effect of these price carrying value of each class of receivables.
exposures, primarily with respect to the US dollar. risk, the Group capped the exposure to 6.5 months’
restrictions. For some countries the transport costs
Foreign exchange risk arises from future commercial All external customers must have their identity maximum of interest. A continuous involvement
are subsidised. For further information see note 16.
transactions and recognised assets and liabilities. checked and creditworthiness assessed and approved liability of $1.5m (2022: $1.2m) was recognised.
The Group does not hold equity securities for trading prior to the signing of a binding agreement or contract. The Group considers that the held-to-collect business
Management has set up a policy to require Group and is, therefore, not exposed to equity price risk. Creditworthiness is assessed for all customers based model remains appropriate for these receivables and
companies to manage their foreign exchange risk. on commercial data, but also considers financial data hence continues measuring them at amortised cost.
Group Treasury is required to approve all hedging Cash flow interest rate risk and fair value interest when a credit limit exceeds $30,000 for Retail and The Group has arrived at this conclusion because
plans before execution. The Group has a number of rate risk $200,000 for Commercial. The utilisation of credit the factoring of the Group’s B2B receivables before
natural hedges in place, where the timing of foreign The Group’s interest rate risk arises from borrowings. limits is regularly monitored and checks performed maturing is done on an infrequent basis.
currency payments is matched with the receipts It is Group policy to have short-term loan facilities on outstanding debt at regular intervals. Where the
in a similar currency. Forward contracts are used at floating rate and medium- to long‑term facilities environment allows, security (bank guarantees) will
to manage the foreign exchange risk arising from at floating or fixed rate. Additionally, the Group has be taken to secure the Group’s exposure. For banks
future obligations. short-term overdraft facilities which carry a fixed and financial institutions, management of the operating
interest rate exposing the Group to fair value interest entity are responsible for making the short-term
Foreign currency exposure on the consolidated rate risk. However, given that the rate is fixed for a
net monetary position is $454m (2022: $345m). placements with the banks after approval from
short period of time, and that these facilities’ terms Group Treasury.
Other monetary balances in other currencies are are subject to renegotiation, should the interest rate
not material. If the non-US dollar held currency had move, the exposure is minimal. Long-term borrowings The investment policy is based in order of importance
weakened/strengthened by 10% against the US dollar mainly consist of notes at a fixed interest rate which on security, liquidity and yield. Management will assess
with all other variables held constant, pre-tax profit exposes the Group to fair value interest rate risk, and the counterparty risks of the third party based on
for the year would have been $45m (2022: $35m) a Term loan at a floating interest rate which exposes financial strength, quality of management, ownership
higher/lower, mainly as a result of foreign exchange the Group to cash flow interest rate risk (refer to structure, regulatory environment and overall
gains/losses on translation of non-US dollar note 22). diversification. Group Treasury is required to approve
denominated receivables and payables. all investment decisions to ensure they are made
in line with the Group’s credit policies. The Group
has provided secured loans to individual employees
(note 16).
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31 December 2022
Lubricants segment – Retail, B2C, B2B and Export Lubricants are the remaining operating segments. Since these Revenue from external customers by material country
operating segments meet the majority of aggregation criteria, they are aggregated in the Lubricants segment. Morocco 1,809 1,837
Operating segments are reported in a manner consistent with the internal reporting provided to the chief Kenya 1,557 1,790
operating decision-makers. The Directors monitor the operating results of operating units separately for the Senegal 995 881
purpose of making decisions about resource allocation, segment performance assessment and interacting with
Other 6,649 6,461
segment managers.
Total 11,010 10,969
The following tables present revenues and profit information regarding the Group’s operating segments:
2023 31 December 31 December
US$ million 2023 2022
US$ million Retail Commercial Lubricants Consolidated
Non-current assets by material country (excluding deferred tax)
Revenue from external customers 6,907 3,603 500 11,010
Kenya 324 137
Gross profit 392 188 82 662
Morocco 293 250
Add back: depreciation and amortisation 56 29 5 90
The Netherlands 230 230
Gross cash profit 448 217 87 752
Other 1,201 1,148
Adjusted EBITDA1 197 111 63 371
Total 2,048 1,765
1 Refer to note 6 for the reconciliation to EBIT.
2022
US$ million Retail Commercial Lubricants Consolidated
6. RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP MEASURES 1 The expense related to a government settlement is treated as a special item, as it does not form part of the core operational business
activities and performance for the period. Refer to note 28 of the consolidated financial statements for further information.
Non-GAAP measures are not defined by International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and, therefore, 2 These expenses are related to the Vitol Offer transaction and other acquisitions and are treated as special items as they do not form
may not be directly comparable with other companies’ non-GAAP measures, including those in the Group’s part of the core operational business activities and performance for the period. Included in 2022 are expenses related to financing the
industry. Non-GAAP measures should be considered in addition to, and are not intended to be a substitute for, Bridge loan.
or superior to, IFRS measurements. The exclusion of certain items (special items) from non-GAAP performance 3 During 2023, the Group introduced a cash-settled Management Equity Plan (‘MEP’) under which Vivo Energy Limited granted phantom options
to Executive Directors. The Binomial Option Pricing Model is used to calculate the fair value of the options and the amount to be expensed.
measures does not imply that these items are necessarily non-recurring. From time to time, we may exclude This expense is now treated as a special item as it is no longer considered to form part of the core operational business activities and performance
additional items if we believe doing so would result in a more transparent and comparable disclosure. for the period.
4 Restructuring costs were incurred mainly as a result of organisational alignment. The impact from these activities do not form part of the core
The Directors believe that reporting non-GAAP financial measures in addition to IFRS measures, as well as the operational business activities and performance for the period and are, therefore, treated as a special item.
exclusion of special items, provides users with enhanced understanding of results and related trends and increases the 5 The expense related to donations made to assist and provide relief to communities affected by the earthquake in Morocco and is treated as a
transparency and clarity of the core results of operations. Non-GAAP measures are used by the Directors and management special item as they do not form part of the core operational business activities and performance for the period.
for performance analysis, planning, reporting and are used in determining senior management remuneration. 6 The impacts of accounting for hyperinflation for Vivo Energy Zimbabwe and Ghana, in accordance with IAS 29, are treated as special items since
they are not considered to represent the underlying operational performance of the Group and based on their significance in size and unusual
US$ million 2023 2022 nature are excluded as the local currency depreciation against the US dollar does not align to the published inflation rates during the period.
7 The Group has recognised an impairment of other government benefits receivable as a result of a retrospective price structure change by
EBT 31 208 certain governments to finance their outstanding debt. Such retrospective changes of existing price structures are not representative of the core
Finance expense – net 131 87 operational business activities and performance for the period and are, therefore, treated as special items.
Net impact of IAS 292 8 – 2 Amongst others, includes movements related to uncertain tax positions.
Unrecognised deferred tax assets relate to carry forward losses of $149m (2022: $120m) and tax credit
carry forwards of $35m (2022: $19m). Of the unrecognised carry forward losses, $6m will expire at the end
of 2024, $14m at the end of 2025, $17m at the end of 2026, $9m at the end of 2027, and $103m at the end
of 2028 or later.
The unrecognised taxable temporary differences associated with undistributed retained earnings of investments
in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates amounts to $28m (2022: $27m).
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10. BUSINESS COMBINATION The following table summarises the preliminary values of identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed with
On 27 December 2023 Vivo Energy Investments B.V., a subsidiary of the Group, acquired 100% of the shares the acquisition of the Somagaz group, as at the acquisition date:
in Ceejay Gas Limited (the Somagaz group) for a consideration of $20m. The Somagaz group is a key player in US$ million 27 December 2023
the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) market in Mayotte and, through its subsidiaries Sigma SAS and SN Somagaz Property, plant and equipment 5
SAS, the company handles LPG supply, storage, bottling, and distribution to customers, including retail outlets
and industrial clients. The acquisition of the Somagaz group added one new market to the Group’s operations, Right-of-use assets 9
bringing the total number of our markets to 24 markets across Africa and Indian Ocean. This acquisition signifies Deferred income taxes 2
our commitment to growth and development of our LPG business. There were no business combination Other assets 1
transactions in the prior year.
Inventories 1
The total consideration of $20m was paid in cash. Acquisition-related costs of $0.3m are included in general
and administrative expenses in profit or loss and in operating cash flows in the statement of cash flows and are Cash and cash equivalents 6
treated as special items. Refer to pages 21 and 22 for more information. Lease liabilities (9)
In accordance with the requirements of IFRS 3 ‘Business Combinations’, the measurement period of business Trade payables (2)
acquisition is 12 months. The initial accounting for the Somagaz group business combination is incomplete, as Other liabilities (4)
additional information necessary to identify and measure assets and liabilities is being received. Accordingly, the Deferred tax liabilities (2)
amounts recognised in the financial statements are provisional as at 31 December 2023.
Net identifiable assets 7
Goodwill 13
Net assets acquired 20
Goodwill can be attributed to future synergies to be derived through the acquisition and the business
knowledge and technical skills of the acquired workforces. Future synergies are expected through increased
market penetration and expansion as well as improved profitability from operating under the Vivo Energy
business model.
2022
Shell licence Computer
US$ million agreement Goodwill software Other Total
Cost at 1 January 2022 137 81 99 56 373
Additions – – 7 – 7
Foreign exchange differences1 (3) (7) – (3) (13)
Cost at 31 December 2022 134 74 106 53 367
12. INTANGIBLE ASSETS CONTINUED 13. INVESTMENTS IN JOINT VENTURES AND ASSOCIATES
Impairment test for goodwill The Group also has interests in a number of associates and joint ventures that are accounted for using the equity
The Group tests whether goodwill has suffered any impairment on an annual basis. The recoverable amount method. A comprehensive listing of the Group’s joint ventures and associates can be found in note 14 of the
of the CGUs was determined based on a fair value less cost of disposal calculation which requires the use of Company financial statements.
assumptions. The calculations use cash flow projections based on an approved business plan covering a four-year
US$ million 2023 2022
period. Cash flows beyond the four-year period are extrapolated using the estimated long-term growth rate as
shown below. The terminal value was calculated using the Gordon Growth formula. At 1 January 237 233
Goodwill is monitored at the operating segment level on a non-aggregated basis. The Group has several Acquisition of businesses 1 1
non-aggregated operating segments, however, the goodwill is allocated to Retail fuel and Commercial fuel Share of profit 26 27
given that substantially all activities of the acquired businesses relate to these two operating segments. Both Dividend received (29) (17)
the goodwill acquired in the 2019 VEOHL acquisition and the goodwill acquired from previous acquisitions are
allocated and considered for impairment testing together at the non-aggregated operating segments Retail fuel Foreign exchange differences – (7)
and Commercial fuel. For this purpose, a discounted cash flow analysis was used to compute the recoverable At 31 December 235 237
amount using the approved plan. This results in 81% of the carrying amount of goodwill being allocated to
Retail fuel and 19% of the carrying amount being allocated to Commercial fuel. In December 2017, the Group acquired a 50% interest in Shell and Vivo Lubricants B.V. (SVL) that is considered
a material investment to the Group. SVL is the principal supplier of manufacturing, sales and distribution for
The following table sets out the key assumptions for those CGUs that have a significant goodwill allocated lubricants products in Africa. The investment is a joint venture investment and measured using the equity
to them: method. SVL is jointly owned by Vivo Energy Investments B.V. (50%) and Shell Overseas Investments B.V. (50%).
2023
The table below provides summarised financial information for the carrying amount of the investment in SVL.
Retail Commercial
fuel fuel US$ million 2023 2022
Volume compounded annual growth rate 4.8% 2.3% At 1 January 155 156
Gross cash profit compounded annual growth rate 6.2% 7.4% Share of profit 12 11
Dividend received (19) (8)
Post-tax discount rate 12.9% 12.9%
Foreign exchange differences (2) (4)
Long-term growth rate 2.6% 2.6%
At 31 December 146 155
The methodology applied to each of the key assumptions used is as follows: Additional financial information related to SVL is disclosed in the table below.
Assumptions Approach used to determine values US$ million 2023 2022
Volume compounded annual Volume growth over the four-year forecast period, based on Current assets1 168 217
growth rate past performance and management expectations of market Non-current assets 51 61
developments. Total assets 219 278
Gross cash profit compounded annual Based on past performance and management expectations of the Current liabilities2 100 143
growth rate future over the four-year forecast period. Non-current liabilities 8 8
Post-tax discount rate Based on specific risks relating to the industry and country. Factors Total liabilities 108 151
considered for the industry include regulatory environment, market Revenues 372 367
competition and barriers to entry. Depreciation and amortisation (9) (9)
Long-term growth rate Based on the weighted average IMF GDP projections for the markets Net finance expense (5) (2)
where Vivo Energy operates excluding hyper-inflationary economies. Income tax (7) (10)
The Group considers the post-tax discount rate to be the most sensitive assumption. With all other assumptions Profit after tax 26 21
in the table above remaining unchanged, Goodwill in relation to the Retail fuel and Commercial fuel CGUs Other comprehensive loss, net of tax (4) (9)
would only result in an indication of impairment if the post-tax discount rates increased to 16.5% and 21.8%,
1 Includes cash and cash equivalents of $34m (2022: $20m).
respectively. There are no reasonable changes that could occur to the key assumptions that would reduce the
2 Includes borrowings of $49m (2022: $65m).
recoverable amount below the carrying amount.
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13. INVESTMENTS IN JOINT VENTURES AND ASSOCIATES CONTINUED 15. OTHER FINANCIAL ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
The carrying value of SVL includes a notional goodwill of $96m calculated as the difference between the cost Other financial assets and liabilities are derivative instruments comprising forward foreign exchange contracts
of the investment and the investor’s share of the fair values of the investee’s identifiable assets and liabilities and cross-currency swaps. The fair values as at 31 December 2023 amounted to Nil (other financial assets)
acquired. Since the notional goodwill is not shown as a separate asset, and there is no objective evidence (2022: $14m) and $16m (other financial liabilities) (2022: $11m) respectively. In 2022, other financial liabilities
of impairment, it is not required to be separately tested for impairment, nor does it trigger an annual include foreign exchange swaps in Vivo Energy Kenya Ltd (refer to note 3.1). The instruments are categorised as
impairment test. level 2 of the fair value hierarchy. There have been no transfers between any levels during the year.
There are no contingent liabilities relating to the Group’s investments in joint ventures and associates. The specific valuation techniques used to value financial instruments that are carried at fair value using level 2
techniques are:
14. FINANCIAL ASSETS AT FAIR VALUE THROUGH OTHER COMPREHENSIVE – The fair value of cross-currency swaps is calculated as the present value of the estimated future cash
INCOME flows based on current market data provided by third party banks; and
The Group has classified equity investments as financial instruments at FVTOCI (without recycling). – The fair value of forward foreign exchange contracts is calculated by comparison with current forward
These investments are measured using inputs for the asset or liability that are in absence of observable market prices of contracts for comparable remaining terms.
data, based on net asset value of the related investments (level 3 in the IFRS 13 ‘Fair Value Measurement’
hierarchy) which management considers to best represent the fair value of the associated investment given its 16. OTHER ASSETS
nature. The fair value of the financial asset approximates the carrying amount.
31 December 31 December
The value is based on the net asset value of the related investments and therefore no sensitivity analysis US$ million 2023 2022
Cost of sales as disclosed on the face of the consolidated statements of comprehensive income include the total
expense for inventory during the year for $9,943m (2022: $9,855m). The carrying value of inventory represents
the lower of cost or net realisable value. Provisions for write-downs of inventories to the net realisable value
amounted to $10m as per 31 December 2023 (2022: $7m). Other inventory consists mainly of energy saving
certificates, fittings for LPG and lubricants and spare parts.
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24. RETIREMENT BENEFITS The amounts recognised in the consolidated statements of financial position are determined as follows:
The Group operates defined benefit plans in multiple African countries, which include Cape Verde, Côte
31 December 31 December
d’Ivoire, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Mauritius, Morocco, Namibia, Reunion, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa and US$ million 2023 2022
Tunisia. The plans operated in Cape Verde, Mauritius, Morocco, Senegal and Tunisia combined represent
approximately 83% of the total liability for the Company. The valuations are carried out in line with the Present value of funded obligations (13) (11)
regulatory requirements in each country considering the requirements under IAS 19 ‘Employee Benefits’. Fair value of plan assets1 13 11
The plans offered in these countries differ in nature and consist of medical plans, pension plans, retirement Funded status of funded benefit obligations – –
indemnities, jubilees and long service award plans. These plan benefits are linked to final salary and benefit
payments are met as they fall due. These plans are unfunded with two exceptions to this being Gabon and Present value of unfunded obligation (21) (24)
Mauritius, which both operate a funded plan. The plan in Gabon has a funding level of approximately 71% and Unfunded status end of year (net liability) (21) (24)
Mauritius approximately 99%. In Gabon, plan assets are held in the form of insurance contracts. For Mauritius, Net defined benefit obligation (21) (24)
plan assets are held in vehicles with standard investment risk, following a balanced investment strategy, split
between equities, government bonds and asset-backed securities. The plan in Mauritius has been closed to 1 The plans in Mauritius had a net deficit of $0.1m (2022: surplus of $1m).
future accrual from 31 December 2014 onwards. However, the link to final salaries is being maintained for
in‑service employees.
US$ million 2023 2022
Current service cost 1 1
Accretion expense 2 2
3 3
31 December 31 December
US$ million 2023 2022
Consolidated statements of financial position obligations for:
Pension benefits 21 24
Other post-employment benefits 4 4
Total liability 25 28
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2023 2022
Pension Pension
US$ million benefits Other Total benefits Other Total
At 1 January 35 4 39 38 5 43
Current service costs 1 – 1 1 – 1
Benefits paid (2) – (2) (2) – (2)
Interest costs 2 – 2 2 – 2
(Gains)/losses from change in financial assumptions 1 – 1 (1) – (1)
Actuarial (gains)/losses (3) – (3) – – –
Foreign exchange differences – – – (3) (1) (4)
At 31 December 34 4 38 35 4 39
The movements in the fair value of plan assets over the year are as follows:
2023 2022
US$ million Pension benefits Total Pension benefits Total
At 1 January 11 11 13 13
Return on plan assets 1 1 (2) (2)
Employer contributions 3 3 2 2
Benefits paid (2) (2) (2) (2)
Foreign exchange differences – – – –
At 31 December 13 13 11 11
The plan assets shown above are invested in equities $7m (2022: $6m), government bonds $3m (2022: $3m), corporate bonds $2m (2022: $2m), insurance contracts $0.3m (2022: $0.3m) and cash and cash equivalents $0.02m
(2022: $0.05m).
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Rate of increase in pensionable remuneration 4.90% 5.07% 0.50% – (0.50%) 2.25% – (2.12%)
Rate of increase in pensions in payment 2.30% 2.17% 0.50% – (0.50%) 1.55% – (1.44%)
Rate of increase in healthcare costs 13.17% 20.43% 0.50% – (0.50%) 3.64% – (3.39%)
Discount rate for pension plans 5.48% 4.76% 0.50% – (0.50%) (4.93%) – 5.40%
Discount rate for healthcare plans 25.11% 17.65% 0.50% – (0.50%) (4.88%) – 5.35%
Expected age at death for persons aged 60:
Men 79.75 79.59
Women 83.62 83.62
2023
Tunisia Senegal Cape Verde Mauritius Morocco Côte d’Ivoire Guinea Namibia Ghana Gabon Reunion Rwanda South Africa
Discount rate 10.00% 9.50% 3.75% 4.75% 4.50% 6.00% 13.75% 15.19% 22.00% 5.25% 4.25% 14.25% 13.40%
Inflation rate 7.00% 2.00% 2.00% 3.20% 2.00% n/a n/a 9.35% 19.00% 2.50% 2.00% 6.75% 7.20%
Future salary increases 6.00% 3.00% 2.80% 3.20% 6.00% 3.00% 11.20% n/a n/a 3.50% 2.75% 8.00% n/a
Future pension increases n/a n/a 1.00% 3.00% n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
2022
Tunisia Senegal Cape Verde Mauritius Morocco Côte d’Ivoire Guinea Namibia Ghana Gabon Reunion Rwanda South Africa
Discount rate 9.75% 9.75% 3.25% 6.50% 2.75% 6.00% 15.50% 13.20% 34.50% 6.25% 3.75% 13.25% 12.70%
Inflation rate 7.00% 2.00% 2.00% 2.90% 2.00% n/a n/a 8.10% 10.00% 2.20% 2.00% 6.25% 6.10%
Future salary increases 7.00% 3.00% 3.50% 2.90% 6.00% 3.00% 11.20% n/a n/a 3.00% 2.85% 7.50% n/a
Future pension increases n/a n/a 1.00% 3.00% n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Assumptions regarding future mortality experience are set based on actuarial advice in accordance with published statistics and experience in each territory.
The weighted average duration of the defined benefit obligation is 10.82 years.
Expected contributions to post-employment benefit plans for the year ending 31 December 2024 are $3m.
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25. OTHER LIABILITIES The consolidated statement of comprehensive income shows the following amounts relating to leases:
31 December 31 December
US$ million 2023 2022
US$ million 2023 2022
Other tax payable1 138 93 Interest expense (included in finance cost) (18) (17)
Oil fund liabilities2 (note 2.22) 102 93 Depreciation of right-of-use assets (32) (30)
Deposits owed to customers2 Expenses relating to short-term leases, low-value leases and variable leases not
89 78
included in the lease liabilities (7) (7)
Employee liabilities2,3 59 50
Energy certificates 12 5 The consolidated statement of cash flows shows the following amounts relating to leases:
Deferred income 9 10 US$ million 2023 2022
Other2 11 8 Cash flows from financing activities
420 337 Principal elements of lease payments (35) (33)
Current 253 187 Interest paid (13) (13)
Non-current 167 150 (48) (46)
420 337
Other information related to leases was as follows:
1 Other tax payable mainly relates to VAT, withholding taxes, employee taxes and other government settlements.
2023 2022
2 Financial liabilities amounting to $251m (2022: $224m) are measured at amortised cost and its fair value approximates the carrying amount.
3 Employee liabilities mainly relate to employee bonuses. Weighted average remaining lease term (years) 18 15
Weighted average discount rate 10% 10%
26. LEASES
The Group has leases for motor vehicles, corporate offices, land, buildings and equipment. Leases have remaining The Group recognised rental income of $28m (2022: $26m) as revenue in the statement of
lease terms of one year to 99 years, some of which may include options to extend the leases for at least five comprehensive income.
years and some of which may include options to terminate the leases within one year.
27. NET CHANGE IN OPERATING ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AND OTHER
The consolidated statement of financial position shows the following amounts relating to leases:
ADJUSTMENTS
Land and Motor US$ million 2023 2022
US$ million buildings vehicles Total
Trade payables 247 397
Right-of-use assets, 1 January 2022 199 20 219
Trade receivables (213) (195)
Depreciation of right-of-use assets (26) (4) (30)
Inventories 71 (184)
Leases effective in 2022 44 2 46
Other assets 30 (379)
Right-of-use assets, 31 December 2022 217 18 235
Other liabilities 84 44
Depreciation of right-of-use assets (28) (4) (32)
Provisions (8) (10)
Leases effective in 2023 42 6 48
Other1 148 98
Right-of-use assets, 31 December 2023 231 20 251
359 (229)
Lease liabilities are measured at amortised cost and the fair value approximates the carrying amount.
1 Of which $131m relates to net finance expense (2022: $87m).
31 December 31 December
US$ million 2023 2022
Current lease liabilities 32 27
Non-current lease liabilities 167 156
199 183
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The Binomial Option Pricing Model is used to calculate the fair value of the options and the amount to be expensed. The inputs into the model for options granted in the year expressed as weighted averages are as follows:
MEP
phantom options
Share price at grant date ($) 1.29
Option exercise price ($) 1.50
Volatility (%) 30.54%
Option life (years) 9.18
Risk-free interest rate 4.33%
Expected dividends as a dividend yield –
The weighted average fair value of phantom options as of 31 December 2023, using the Binomial Option Pricing Model, was $0.51.
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2.5 Investments
Investments in subsidiary undertakings are stated at cost, less any provision for impairment. The Group
determines the recoverable amount of an investment in subsidiaries where a trigger for impairment is identified
by assessing the external and internal factors to determine indicators for impairment. External factors include
market capitalisation, market interest rates, changes in the crude oil prices, changes in the competitive landscape,
changes to government regulations. Internal factors include year-to-date performance, the four‑year strategic
plan, outcomes of previous impairment assessments performed and the impact of structural changes in
the business.
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Receivable from related party arises from recharges of employee benefit costs. The amounts are unsecured,
4. INCOME TAX interest free and have no fixed date of repayment and are repayable on demand. Debtors are measured at
The Company is subject to income tax in the United Kingdom on its net income as adjusted for tax purposes, amortised cost and the carrying amount is equal to the fair value for the period end.
at the rate of 25% (2022: 19%). At 31 December 2023, the Company had accumulated tax losses of $5m
(2022: $2m) and carried forward tax credits of $14m (2022: $2m).
7. CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
Deferred tax 31 December 31 December
US$ million 2023 2022
No deferred tax asset has been recognised under the Company’s accounting policy for recognising deferred
tax assets. Bank 1 1
A reconciliation between the actual income tax expense and the theoretical amount that would arise using the
applicable income tax rate for the Company is as follows:
Information
Key contacts and advisers 107
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Our detailed TCFD disclosures comply with the applicable reporting requirements and can be found in this Annual Report on the following pages:
TCFD Recommendation Reference in the 2023 Annual Report Page no.
Governance a) Describe the board’s oversight of climate-related risks and opportunities. – TCFD – Governance 35
Disclose the organisation’s governance around climate‑related risks – Section 172(1) Statement 34
and opportunities. – Risk Management
39 to 41
b) Describe management’s role in assessing and managing climate-related risks – Planet and Partnerships 28 to 32
and opportunities. – TCFD – Governance 35
Strategy a) Describe the climate-related risks and opportunities the organisation has identified – TCFD – Strategy 36
over the short-, medium-, and long-term. – Risk Management
Disclose the actual and potential impacts of climate-related risks and 39 to 41
opportunities on the organisation’s businesses, strategy, and financial planning
where such information is material. b) Describe the impact of climate-related risks and opportunities on the organisation’s – TCFD – Strategy 36
businesses, strategy, and financial planning. – Risk Management 39 to 41
c) Describe the resilience of the organisation’s strategy, taking into consideration different – TCFD – Strategy 36
climate-related scenarios, including a 2°C or lower scenario.
Risk Management a) Describe the organisation’s processes for identifying and assessing climate-related risks. – TCFD – Risk Management 38
Disclose how the organisation identifies, assesses, and manages – Risk Management 39 to 41
climate‑related risks.
b) Describe the organisation’s processes for managing climate-related risks. – TCFD – Risk Management 38
– Risk Management 39 to 41
c) Describe how processes for identifying, assessing, and managing climate-related risks – TCFD – Risk Management 38
are integrated into the organisation’s overall risk management. – Risk Management 39 to 41
Metrics and Targets a) Disclose the metrics used by the organisation to assess climate-related risks – TCFD – Metrics and Targets 38
and opportunities in line with its strategy and risk management process. – Risk Management
Disclose the metrics and targets used to assess and manage relevant 39 to 41
climate‑related risks and opportunities where such information is material.
b) Disclose Scope 1, Scope 2 and, if appropriate, Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) – TCFD – Metrics and Targets 38
emissions and the related risks. – Planet and Partnerships 28 to 32
c) Describe the targets used by the organisation to manage climate-related risks and – TCFD – Metrics and Targets 38
opportunities and performance against targets. – Planet and Partnerships 28 to 32
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GLOSSARY
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Minna Gonzalez-Gomez
WEBSITE
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