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<\/a><\/p>\nEquity Group Holdings Plc has reported strong financial performance, underpinned by rapid regional expansion, a booming insurance business, and growing contributions from its subsidiaries across Africa.<\/p>\n
The Group recorded significant growth across key markets, with subsidiaries now contributing 51% of banking profit before tax and 48% of profit after tax\u2014highlighting the success of its regional diversification strategy. Tanzania stood out with profit after tax surging by 125% to KSh 2.7 billion, alongside a 75% rise in shareholders\u2019 funds. The loan book also expanded by 22%, reflecting increased lending activity and economic confidence across markets.<\/p>\n
The Group\u2019s insurance arm, Equity Insurance Group, delivered exceptional growth driven by newly acquired life, general, and health underwriting licenses. Gross written premiums rose by 75% to KSh 9.17 billion, while profit before tax grew by 36% to KSh 2.0 billion. Insurance revenue surged 150% to KSh 3.57 billion, reinforcing the Group\u2019s diversification into non-banking financial services.<\/p>\n
All insurance subsidiaries posted strong performances. Equity Life Assurance recorded KSh 1.77 billion in profit before tax, serving 6.9 million customers with over 19.2 million policies issued since inception. Equity General Insurance reported KSh 1.79 billion in gross written premiums and KSh 199 million in profit before tax in its first year, while Equity Health Insurance posted KSh 20 million in premiums and KSh 40 million in profit within just four months of operation.<\/p>\n
Africa\u2019s macroeconomic outlook continues to support this growth trajectory, with 11 of the world\u2019s 20 fastest-growing economies in 2025 located on the continent, including Rwanda, Uganda, and South Sudan. A sustained commodities boom in countries such as Democratic Republic of the Congo and Tanzania, combined with favorable global pricing trends, continues to boost regional economic resilience.<\/p>\n
Beyond financial performance, the Equity Group Foundation continues to drive transformative social impact. The Foundation supports 1,115 scholars globally, has trained nearly one million entrepreneurs, and facilitated access to KSh 401 billion in credit for over 500,000 MSMEs. Additionally, 3.8 million farmers have been empowered through climate-smart agriculture, over 44.6 million trees planted, and more than half a million clean energy solutions distributed.<\/p>\n
Through its expanding healthcare network, Equity Afya, now comprising 150 centers, over 4.6 million patients have received affordable and quality healthcare services.<\/p>\n
The Foundation is also scaling its innovation agenda by equipping over 600,000 youth with skills in AI, machine learning, and data analytics through partnerships with Huawei, iamtheCODE, and WorldQuant University.<\/p>\n
The Group\u2019s strong performance reflects its renewed focus on operational excellence, enhanced internal controls, and a data-driven culture aimed at improving customer experience and efficiency. These efforts have strengthened risk management frameworks while deepening customer-centric service delivery across all markets.<\/p>\n
In recognition of its leadership, Equity Bank was named the Best Regional Bank in East Africa and retained its position as Kenya\u2019s most valuable brand in 2025, cementing its role in advancing financial inclusion and socio-economic transformation.<\/p>\n
Speaking on the outlook, Group CEO Dr. James Mwangi reaffirmed the Group\u2019s long-term vision:<\/p>\n
\u201cOur focus is to build a future-ready institution that is scalable, secure, and impact-led. Through our Africa Recovery and Resilience Plan, we are investing in next-generation digital and AI-enabled capabilities to enhance customer experience, strengthen risk management, and expand access to affordable financial solutions.\u201d<\/p>\n
Looking ahead, Equity Group\u2019s 2030 strategy aims to expand operations to 15 countries and serve 100 million customers. Anchored on the Africa Recovery and Resilience Plan (ARRP), the Group is transitioning into a Transformation Finance Institution\u2014mobilizing capital, connecting ecosystems, and accelerating inclusive, sustainable growth across Africa.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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