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.

  • Nigerian Stock Market Surges to Record, Investors Gain N56 Trillion

    The Nigerian stock market has extended its strong upward momentum, recording a four-month rally that has lifted the exchange to a new historic peak and delivered significant wealth gains for investors. The surge, driven by sustained buying interest across key sectors, has added approximately N56 trillion to investor portfolios, reflecting renewed confidence in the country’s…

  • Expert Warns Nigerian Government Websites Lack Security Testing

    A cybersecurity expert has raised concerns over the vulnerability of public digital infrastructure in Nigeria, warning that most government websites are not adequately security-tested before deployment, leaving them exposed to cyberattacks and data breaches. The warning comes amid growing global threats targeting public-sector systems, where weak digital defenses often serve as entry points for hackers….

  • UBA Strengthens Bank–Fintech Collaboration Across Africa

    United Bank for Africa (UBA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration between traditional banking institutions and the rapidly evolving fintech sector during a recent pan-African conference that brought together financial leaders, regulators, and technology innovators from across the continent. The discussions centered on how deeper partnerships can accelerate financial inclusion, modernize payment systems, and…

  • VERICASH Wins Three Awards for Fintech Impact

    The VERICASH fintech enablement platform has been recognized with three prominent industry awards, highlighting its growing influence in reshaping digital financial services infrastructure. The accolades reflect both the platform’s technical innovation and its strategic role in helping financial institutions modernize payment systems, improve transaction efficiency, and expand access to digital finance. At a time when…

  • Building a Product Career in High-Stakes, High-Speed Markets

    Markets that punish mistakes quickly don’t leave much room for theoretical product management. For one product lead, the path to building a career in such environments came down to one principle: shorten the time between decision and feedback. Early in their career, they learned that long planning cycles were a liability. Instead of chasing perfect…

  • Shiprazor raises $2.65M to streamline South Africa’s logistics

    The startup is addressing a structural problem in African logistics: fragmentation and high costs. Transport expenses across the continent are estimated to be significantly higher than the global average, and South African merchants often face inconsistent service levels and high rates of failed deliveries. Shiprazor’s approach is to centralise this complexity into software that optimises…