Kendall Ananyi

Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Tizeti, Nigeria

Kendall Ananyi has led Tizeti as its chief executive officer since 2017, and oversees the delivery of Internet service to customers in Africa. Having founded the company, Kendall Ananyi has overseen its expansion to provide Internet access, alongside raising $5.1 million in funding.

During this time, it has grown to deliver 100,000 gigabytes of Internet data daily. His primary responsibilities include overseeing the accounting functions, alongside working with regulators, such as the NCC and tax authorities.

Mr. Ananyi also works alongside the general managers of the sales and operations departments to ensure that all operations and installations are functioning effectively. In addition to his career accomplishments, he earned several accolades during his collegiate years.

Kendall Ananyi attended the University of Benin after receiving a ChevronTexaco University Scholarship Award, and graduated with a bachelor of science in electrical and electronics engineering. He subsequently attended the University of Victoria, Canada, through a graduate fellowship, and obtained a master’s degree in electrical and computer engineering. While pursuing the degree, he made the Dean’s List.