Changes in the Board of Directors

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AFI DEVELOPMENT PLC("AFI DEVELOPMENT" OR "THE COMPANY") CHANGES IN THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

London, 17 July 2012 - AFI Development announces today that it has received notice from Mr Izzy Cohen, a non-executive director, of his resignation from the Board, which is effective as of 22 July 2012. Mr Cohen will therefore be unavailable for re-election at the Company's forthcoming Annual General Meeting, scheduled to take place on 2 August 2012. Mr Cohen's resignation follows his stepping down as CEO of Africa Israel Investments Ltd, the Company's majority shareholder. The Company intends to announce the appointment of a new director replacing Mr. Cohen in due course.

Commenting on today's announcement, Mr Lev Leviev, Chairman of AFI Development, said: "Izzy Cohen played an important role at the Board of AFI Development, I would like to thank him for his work for the Company and wish him best of luck in his professional career".

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For further information, please contact:

AFI Development, +7 495 796 9988

Ilya Kutnov

Citigate Dewe Rogerson, London +44 20 7638 9571

David Westover

Sandra Novakov

Reena Mavjee

About AFI Development

AFI Development is one of the leading real estate development companies operating in Russia. Established in 2001, AFI Development is a publicly traded subsidiary of Africa Israel Investments Ltd.

AFI Development is listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange and aims to deliver shareholder value through a commitment to innovation and continuous project development, coupled with the highest standards of design, construction, and quality and customer service.

AFI Development focuses on developing and redeveloping high quality commercial and residential real estate assets across Russia, with Moscow being its main market. The Company's existing portfolio comprises commercial projects focused on offices, shopping centers, hotels and mixed-use properties, and residential projects. AFI Development's strategy is to sell the residential properties it develops and to either lease the commercial properties or sell them for a favorable return.

AFI Development is a leading force in urban regeneration, breathing new life into city squares and neighborhoods and transforming congested and underdeveloped areas into thriving new communities. The Company's long-term, large-scale regeneration and city infrastructure projects establish the necessary groundwork for the successful launch of commercial and residential properties, providing a strong base for future.