Clicks Group Announces Results of Annual General Meeting and Board Changes

  • Strong Shareholder Support: Clicks Group's AGM showcased overwhelming shareholder backing for financial statements, auditor appointments, and director elections.
  • Strategic Governance Approval: Shareholders endorsed key resolutions, including remuneration policies, share repurchases, and financial assistance, indicating strategic alignment.
  • Published by
    Lethabo Ntsoane

Clicks Group Limited has disclosed the outcomes of its annual general meeting held on February 1, 2024. Shareholders gathered to deliberate on various resolutions crucial to the company’s operations and governance.

Financial Performance and Governance

The meeting commenced with the adoption of financial statements, with an overwhelming 99.99% of shareholders voting in favor. This robust support indicates confidence in Clicks Group’s financial health and transparency.

Furthermore, shareholders endorsed the appointment of the auditor, with 99.36% in favor, solidifying the commitment to sound financial oversight. The re-election and election of directors also garnered significant support, reflecting shareholders’ trust in the leadership team.

Remuneration Policy and Implementation

Key resolutions regarding the company’s remuneration policies were also addressed. The approval of the company’s remuneration policy received substantial backing, with 95.10% of shareholders in favor. Additionally, the endorsement of the company’s remuneration implementation report highlights stakeholders’ satisfaction with Clicks Group’s compensation practices.

Strategic Decisions

Special resolutions pertaining to share repurchases and financial assistance were approved with resounding support, further indicating shareholders’ alignment with Clicks Group’s strategic direction.

Resolution No.DescriptionVotes ForVotes AgainstVotes AbstainedTotal Votes
1Adoption of Financial Statements179,976,92423,3541,371,218179,976,924
2Appointment of Auditor181,244,4451,159,735103,697181,244,445
3Re-election of Bertina Engelbrecht as Director181,244,4451,804,137103,697181,244,445
4Election of Richard Inskip as Director181,244,445260,229103,697181,244,445
5Re-election of Mfudiso Njeke as Director181,244,4439,250,202103,699181,244,443
6Election of Kandimathie Christine Ramon as Director181,240,095646,529108,047181,240,095
7Election of Members of Audit and Risk Committee
8Approval of Company’s Remuneration Policy180,245,9718,829,7921,102,171180,245,971
9Endorsement of Company’s Remuneration Implementation181,240,09511,695,512108,047181,240,095
10General Authority to Repurchase Shares180,871,126329,721477,016180,871,126
11Approval of Directors’ Fees181,233,093535,395115,049181,233,093
12General Approval to Provide Financial Assistance181,244,445331,577103,697181,244,445

Change to the Board

In addition to the resolutions, Clicks Group announced changes to its board composition. John Bester retired as an independent non-executive director effective February 1, 2024. Mfundiso (JJ) Njeke was appointed as the lead independent director for the upcoming year, reinforcing the company’s commitment to strong governance and leadership continuity.

Conclusion

The overwhelming support for resolutions and the strategic decisions made at Clicks Group’s annual general meeting underscored shareholders’ confidence in the company’s trajectory. With robust governance practices and a clear strategic direction, Clicks Group remains poised for continued success in the market.

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Lethabo Ntsoane

Lethabo Ntsoane holds a Bachelors Degree in Accounting from the University of South Africa. He is a Financial Product commentator at Rateweb. He is an expect financial product analyst with years of experience in reviewing products and offering commentary. Lethabo majors in financial news, reviews and financial tips. He can be contacted: Email: lethabo@rateweb.co.za Twitter: @NtsoaneLethabo