Termii, a leading communications technology company specializing in customer engagement solutions, has achieved significant recognition by securing the top position in the media/telecommunications sector and the tenth spot overall on the Financial Times’ prestigious list of Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies in 2025. This remarkable achievement underscores Termii’s exceptional growth trajectory and its pivotal role in facilitating secure and efficient communication for businesses across Africa and beyond. The company’s innovative approach to customer messaging, identity verification, and cross-border SIM connectivity has propelled its rapid expansion and solidified its position as a key player in the African tech ecosystem.
Founded in Nigeria, Termii’s influence has extended beyond its borders, with operations now spanning Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Ghana, and the United States. This strategic expansion reflects the company’s commitment to serving a diverse range of clients and addressing the growing demand for robust communication infrastructure in various regions. Termii’s platform facilitates over two billion secure interactions annually, utilizing a comprehensive suite of channels including SMS, email, voice, and WhatsApp. This impressive volume highlights the scale and reach of Termii’s services, empowering over 16,000 businesses to effectively engage their customers and expand their communication strategies on a global scale.
Emmanuel Gbolade, the CEO of Termii, expressed his pride in the company’s achievement, emphasizing that it not only represents a significant milestone for Termii but also serves as a testament to Africa’s burgeoning technological prowess. He highlighted the continent’s ability to develop world-class infrastructure that is both fast, secure, and scalable, directly addressing the evolving needs of businesses in today’s interconnected world. Gbolade attributes Termii’s impressive growth to its strategic expansion into the telecom infrastructure domain, spearheaded by innovative services like Sotel, which provides eSIM and global SIM solutions, and Termii Agent, an AI-powered support platform that streamlines customer interactions and enhances service delivery.
Termii’s success is underpinned by its comprehensive suite of communication APIs, which empower businesses to seamlessly integrate messaging, voice, email, SIM connectivity, and verification functionalities into their operations. This integrated approach simplifies communication workflows, reduces operational complexities, and enhances customer engagement. With its headquarters in Lagos and operations across Africa and the US, Termii caters to a diverse clientele, including some of the continent’s most dynamic and rapidly expanding enterprises. The company’s commitment to innovation and its ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the African market have positioned it as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to enhance their communication strategies and achieve sustainable growth.
The Financial Times ranking, a collaborative effort with Statista, provides a valuable benchmark for evaluating the performance of companies across Africa. The rigorous assessment process considers factors such as revenue growth, scalability, and regional impact, ensuring that the listed companies represent the most promising and dynamic entities within the continent’s burgeoning business landscape. Termii’s inclusion in this prestigious list further validates its exceptional performance and its significant contribution to the African economy.
Looking ahead, Termii plans to further extend its footprint across Francophone Africa and other emerging markets in the coming year. This strategic expansion reflects the company’s ambition to capitalize on the growing demand for communication solutions in these regions and to solidify its position as a leading provider of communication technology across the African continent. Termii’s commitment to innovation, coupled with its unwavering focus on customer satisfaction, positions it for continued success and reinforces its role as a key driver of growth and development within the African tech ecosystem.
