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.

  • The Value of Africa’s Business Networks

    As Africa’s startup ecosystem continues to mature, conversations around competitive advantage often focus on funding, technology, infrastructure, and talent. Yet one of the continent’s most powerful assets remains largely overlooked: relationship capital. Across Africa’s diverse markets, trusted personal and professional networks frequently determine how quickly businesses grow, access opportunities, and overcome operational challenges. Relationship capital…

  • Africa Secures $1.44B in Startup Investment

    African startups raised an estimated $1.44 billion in funding during the first half (H1) of 2026, reflecting continued investor confidence in the continent’s innovation ecosystem despite ongoing global economic uncertainty. The figure underscores the resilience of Africa’s technology sector, with entrepreneurs continuing to attract capital across fintech, climate technology, healthtech, logistics, artificial intelligence, and enterprise…

  • Nigerian Startup Triumphs at UNDP Accelerator

    A Nigerian education technology startup has emerged as the overall winner of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) pan-African edtech accelerator, highlighting the country’s growing influence in Africa’s innovation ecosystem and the increasing role of technology in addressing education challenges across the continent. The startup secured the top prize after demonstrating an innovative solution designed…

  • Pitch n Grow Opens for Women Entrepreneurs

    Female-led startups across Africa have been invited to apply for the latest edition of the AWIEF Pitch n Grow competition, an annual initiative designed to support women entrepreneurs with funding opportunities, business development training, and increased visibility among investors and industry leaders. Organised by the Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF), the competition has…

  • 1001 Drives AI Innovation with Fresh Capital

    Artificial intelligence startup 1001 has secured $30 million in Series A funding, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey and reinforcing the Gulf Cooperation Council’s (GCC) ambition to become a global hub for AI innovation. The investment is expected to accelerate the company’s product development, expand its regional presence, and strengthen its position within…

  • Open Startup Champions Research Innovation

    Open Startup has announced a new strategic initiative aimed at accelerating research-led innovation across Africa, reinforcing its commitment to bridging the gap between academic research, entrepreneurship, and commercial innovation. The strategy seeks to empower innovators, researchers, startups, and institutions by transforming scientific discoveries into practical solutions that address the continent’s most pressing challenges. The announcement…