Datatec Limited (Incorporated in the Republic of South Africa) (Registration number: 1994/005004/06) ISIN: ZAE000017745 Share Code: DTC (“Datatec” or “the Company”) CAUTIONARY ANNOUNCEMENT Shareholders were previously advised that the Board of Directors of Datatec had engaged Lazard & Co., Limited to assist with a comprehensive evaluation of strategic options and initiatives (the “Strategic Review”) to unlock and maximise shareholder value going forward. Pursuant to the Strategic Review, shareholders are advised that Datatec has entered into negotiations in relation to a potential transaction regarding Analysys Mason, which, if successfully concluded, may have a material effect on the price of the Company's shares. Accordingly, shareholders are advised to exercise caution when dealing in their Datatec shares until a further announcement is made. Sponsor RAND MERCHANT BANK (A division of FirstRand Bank Limited) Sandton 24 May 2022