Nixon Kanali

Africa, Kenya

EA Tech Editor at Africa Business Communities

Tracking & Reporting on #Tech, #Business & #Startups in #Africa @TechTrendsKE. EA Tech Editor @africabizz .#Reviews #Podcasts #DigitalMedia #DigitalPR

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Twiga Foods Temporarily Pauses Nairobi Operations

3 weeks ago | techtrendske.co.ke | Nixon Kanali

Twiga Foods, the Kenyan agri-tech and food distribution company, has announced a temporary operational pause in its Nairobi operations. The company, which is among the most funded e-commerce startups in Kenya said the move is part of its final phase of a broader business transformation strategy. Founded in 2014, Twiga Foods has grown to become a key player in streamlining agricultural supply chains in Kenya.
Sophos Firewall Software Gets New Updates

3 weeks ago | techtrendske.co.ke | Nixon Kanali

Cybersecurity firm Sophos has announced an update to its Firewall Software, now including Sophos NDR Essential, which is free for all customers with an XStream Protection license for Sophos Firewall. With this integration, Sophos Firewall leverages two dedicated artificial intelligence engines to detect malware communications and communications using algorithmically generated domain names.
4DX Ventures Appoints Mimi Alemayehou and Kurankye Sekyi-Otu as Senior Advisors

3 weeks ago | techtrendske.co.ke | Nixon Kanali

4DX Ventures, a leading pan-African venture capital firm, has appointed Mimi Alemayehou and Kurankye Sekyi-Otu as Senior Advisors as it continues to expand its platform and deepen its impact across Africa. Since its first African investment in 2013, 4DX has raised three institutionally backed funds and now manages approximately $200 million in assets.
Victoria Commercial Bank Promotes Plastic Pollution Awareness

3 weeks ago | econews.co.ke | Nixon Kanali

Victoria Commercial Bank (VCB) PLC on Friday joined global efforts to tackle plastic waste by launching a sustainability initiative at Cheleta Primary School in Runda, as part of this year’s World Environment Day celebrations themed #BeatPlasticPollution. In partnership with the Kenya Forest Service (KFS), the initiative aims to raise awareness among young learners about the environmental and health impacts of plastic pollution, while promoting practical solutions.
NCBA Marks World Environment Day by Planting of 3,000 Mangrove Trees in Kwale

3 weeks ago | econews.co.ke | Nixon Kanali

NCBA, in partnership with Boreka Group, the Kenya Forest Service, Kwale County Government, NEMA, and local communities, led the planting of 3,000 mangrove trees and a coastal cleanup in Diani, Kwale County, to celebrate World Environment Day 2025 under the theme “Ending Plastic Pollution.”Now in its third year, NCBA’s collaboration with Boreka has seen 180,000 trees planted in Kitui and Kwale, with a 75% seedling survival rate.
dLocal to Acquire AZA Finance in Strategic Play for Africa’s Fintech Market

3 weeks ago | techtrendske.co.ke | Nixon Kanali

Cross-border payments firm dLocal is making a bold move into Africa’s fintech landscape with the planned acquisition of Nairobi-founded AZA Finance, a leading provider of foreign exchange and cross-border payment solutions across the continent. AZA Finance, founded in 2013 by Elizabeth Rossiello, has processed over $9 billion across 15 million transactions to date, serving businesses in key African markets.
Climate and Geopolitics Are Reshaping Global Food Security

3 weeks ago | econews.co.ke | Nixon Kanali

Agrifood supply chain resilience is a rising business risk; the number of days with moderate or high food price volatility for rice and wheat has doubled or tripled between 2020 and 2024. Climate risks could cut global crop production by up to 35% by 2050, with staples critical for Africa’s food security like rice, maize, and wheat particularly vulnerable.
The Green Shift Podcast | A Solo Dive into Africa’s Sustainable Future

3 weeks ago | econews.co.ke | Nixon Kanali

In this debut solo episode, host Nixon Kanali sets the stage for The Green Shift Podcast, a show dedicated to spotlighting sustainability, clean energy, and green innovation across Africa. What exactly is “the Green Shift”? Why does it matter for Africa right now? And what kinds of stories and voices will this podcast explore?
AI and Inovations Leading the Charge Against Climate Change

3 weeks ago | econews.co.ke | Nixon Kanali

With the growing environmental challenges of global warming, pollution, and resource depletion, technology is emerging as the hope for long-term sustainability. Innovators in Africa are using their skills to come up with solutions that will not only ease the environmental burden but also transform the landscape of society. This isn’t just about machines and software, it’s about people, communities, and the planet at large. AI is at the forefront of this technological revolution.
[BREAKING] AXIAN Telecom Acquires 8% Stake in Jumia Technologies

3 weeks ago | techtrendske.co.ke | Nixon Kanali

AXIAN Telecom, the pan-African telecommunications service provider, has acquired a minority stake in e-commerce platform Jumia. The company announced on Monday that it had filed a beneficial ownership report on Schedule 13D with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), declaring its aggregate beneficial ownership of 8.0% in Jumia. “AXIAN Telecom’s management is supportive of Jumia’s strategic vision, and we look forward to contributing positively to its growth and success where we can.