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.

  • Yellow Card Secures Swiss Approval for Global Stablecoin Push

    African cryptocurrency exchange and fintech company Yellow Card has taken a significant step in its global growth strategy by securing regulatory approval in Switzerland, strengthening its position in the rapidly evolving stablecoin market. The development marks an important milestone for the company as it seeks to expand its cross-border payment infrastructure and connect African markets…

  • Credable Becomes _able After Reaching $650 Million in Loans

    African fintech lender Credable has announced a major rebrand, changing its name to _able after facilitating more than $650 million in loans across the continent. The move marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth journey and reflects its ambition to expand beyond its original identity while deepening its impact on financial inclusion across Africa.…

  • Paystack Backs Small Business Growth in Nigeria

    Nigerian fintech company Paystack has unveiled a new support package worth up to $2,900 for small businesses, reinforcing its commitment to helping entrepreneurs thrive in an increasingly competitive digital economy. The initiative is designed to provide startups and small enterprises with the tools, resources, and financial support needed to scale their operations, improve efficiency, and…

  • From Rides to a Digital Ecosystem: Yango’s Bigger Vision

    When Yango entered emerging markets, many consumers saw it as just another ride-hailing platform competing with established transportation services. With its user-friendly app, competitive pricing, and growing network of drivers, the company quickly gained traction in cities across Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and parts of Asia. However, ride-hailing was never the end goal.…

  • Building in Nigeria, Expanding Lessons in Francophone Africa

    Building a business in Nigeria is often described as a crash course in resilience. The scale, complexity, and speed of the market force entrepreneurs to adapt quickly or fail just as fast. But for one serial entrepreneur, the real surprise came after expanding beyond Nigeria—into Francophone Africa—where lessons learned at home suddenly took on new…

  • NIFC, ChainBLX Boost Nairobi’s AI Innovation Pipeline

    Nairobi’s emerging innovation ecosystem received a boost as the Nairobi International Finance Centre (NIFC) announced a deepened partnership with ChainBLX to accelerate the development of Africa’s artificial intelligence (AI) innovation pipeline. The collaboration is designed to position Kenya’s capital as a leading hub for AI research, talent development, and startup growth across the continent. The…