| Group | ||
| For the year ended 31 December | 2024 | 2023 | 
| Profit for the year attributable to owners of the parent (Rm) | 7 724 | 11 292 | 
|---|---|---|
| Earnings per share (cents) | ||
| Basic | 3 192 | 4 666 | 
| Diluted | 3 192 | 4 666 | 
| Weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue (million) | ||
| Basic | 242 | 242 | 
| Diluted | 242 | 242 | 
Exxaro did not issue any ordinary shares during 2024 and 2023. Refer note 12.2.