Delphine Traoré, a trailblazing business executive from Burkina Faso, has firmly established herself as a powerhouse in Africa’s insurance industry. As the CEO and Chairperson of Allianz Africa, she leads the joint venture SanlamAllianz with strategic foresight, transforming the general insurance and reinsurance landscape across the continent.
Her leadership journey, rooted in over two decades of experience spanning Africa and Canada, reflects her expertise in enterprise risk management, operational transformation, corporate governance, and customer-centric strategy. Traoré is widely respected for bringing stability, innovation, and efficiency to insurance operations across multiple African markets.
Under her stewardship, SanlamAllianz has not only solidified its presence in 27 African countries but has also championed forward-thinking health and assistance solutions, enabling millions to access better insurance coverage. Traoré’s team is credited with significantly enhancing customer experiences through digitization, data-driven decision-making, and inclusive products tailored to African realities.
Prior to leading Allianz Africa, Delphine held several senior roles within the Allianz Group, including Chief Operations Officer and Regional CEO for West and Central Africa. She also sits on various boards in sectors ranging from finance to development, contributing her thought leadership to conversations about Africa’s sustainable growth and resilience.
Delphine Traoré’s Pan-African commitment goes beyond the boardroom. As a passionate advocate for inclusive growth and women’s leadership in finance, she mentors young professionals and champions gender equity in corporate Africa. Her voice is instrumental in reshaping the narrative around African business leadership, ensuring that the continent’s insurance industry plays a vital role in supporting entrepreneurship, development, and economic empowerment.
Her recognition as one of the 100 Reputable Women of African Descent 2025 is a testament to her transformative leadership, her bold vision for Africa’s financial sector, and her dedication to building systems that not only perform but empower.
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