Heirs Holdings Tops Financial Times Africa Fastest-Growing List

Heirs Holdings has been named in the Financial Times Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies 2026 list, showcasing its reputation as a leading investment group in Africa. Heirs Life Assurance secured the 7th position with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 147.85%, while Heirs General Insurance ranked 41st with a CAGR of 60.02%.

Redtech was also recognized, placing 32nd with a CAGR of 69.66%. This recognition reflects the growing investor confidence in African-owned enterprises and their ability to deliver scalable solutions.

Toni Elumelu, the Chairman and Founder of Heirs Holdings, promotes the private sector as a catalyst for economic transformation and social progress across Africa. The group has been focusing on technology-driven expansion, launching Nigeria's first multi-language GenAI insurance assistant and enhancing customer engagement.

Heirs Holdings continues to strengthen its footprint in the financial services sector, emphasizing long-term investment strategies and innovative infrastructure development.