Life Healthcare director Wharton-Hood buys shares on market

Peter Gerard Wharton-Hood, a director and Chief Executive of Life Healthcare Group Holdings Limited (JSE:LHC), has increased his stake in the company through an on-market purchase. The transaction, which took place on July 1, 2025, involved the acquisition of 220,299 ordinary shares. The volume weighted average purchase price was ZAR14.0603 per share, with prices ranging from ZAR14.0000 to ZAR14.1000. The total value of the transaction amounted to ZAR3,097,479.56. The nature of the interest is direct beneficial, and clearance for the transaction was obtained. Rand Merchant Bank, a division of FirstRand Bank Limited, acted as equity sponsor, while Questco Corporate Advisory served as debt sponsor.