TechStream

Technology news around the ecosystem!

From Lagos to Nairobi

We give you summaries of happenings around tech, from developer stand-ups to the boardrooms.

  • FNB Taps Industry Veteran Ghana Msibi to Strengthen SME Banking Strategy.

    First National Bank (FNB) Business has appointed Ghana Msibi as its new Chief Executive Officer, signaling a strategic move to strengthen its leadership in the small and medium enterprise (SME) banking space. Msibi, an experienced executive and former CEO of WesBank Motor, brings extensive knowledge of financial services, innovation, and strategic partnerships to the role….

  • MTN Strengthens Digital Edge with Over 1,250 Staff Cloud-Certified via Microsoft Training.

    MTN Group has solidified its position as a digital transformation leader in Africa by becoming the continent’s top telecommunications company in cloud certification, with over 1,250 employees trained through Microsoft’s Enterprise Skilling Initiative (ESI). This initiative is part of MTN’s broader Ambition 2025 strategy, which focuses on transforming the company into a leading digital operator…

  • Safaricom Rewards Investors with KES 48 Billion Dividend as Share Price Soars.

    The total dividend payout for the year comes to KES 1.20 per share following an interim dividend of KES 0.55 per share that was paid on or about 31 March 2025. Safaricom, Kenya’s leading telecommunications company, has announced a massive KES 48.08 billion ($370 million) dividend payout to its shareholders, marking a robust show of…

  • Google Invests in Africa’s AI Future with $37M Commitment

    Google has announced a significant commitment of $37 million to enhance artificial intelligence (AI) research, innovation, and skills development across Africa. This funding forms part of the company’s broader mission to support inclusive digital transformation on the continent and ensure Africans can fully benefit from the AI revolution. The $37 million investment includes both direct…

  • Sudan Shuts Down WhatsApp Calls Amid Ongoing Conflict and Security Fears

    Sudan has implemented a nationwide ban on WhatsApp voice and video calls, citing national security concerns as the primary reason. The move comes amid increasing tensions and ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which have been locked in a violent power struggle since April 2023. The…

  • TNM Unveils Malawi’s First 5G Network, Paving the Way for a Digital Future.

    This launch positions TNM as a pioneer in next-generation mobile technology in Malawi, promising ultra-fast internet speeds and improved network performance for both individual and enterprise users. Telekom Networks Malawi (TNM) has officially launched its 5G network in the capital city, Lilongwe, marking a significant milestone in the country’s digital transformation journey. This launch positions…