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.

  • Kenyan Edtech Craydel Expands Regional Presence

    Kenyan education technology company Craydel has expanded into Ghana, marking its eighth African market as it accelerates efforts to simplify access to higher education across the continent. The move underscores the growing demand for digital platforms that help students discover universities, compare academic programmes, and navigate the increasingly complex admissions process. Founded to bridge the…

  • Startup Connects Africa’s Travel Industry

    Africa’s tourism industry is rich in potential but remains fragmented when it comes to digital distribution. While the continent boasts world-renowned safari destinations, cultural heritage sites, beach resorts, and adventure experiences, many local tour operators still struggle to reach international travelers through modern booking channels. A growing African startup believes the solution lies in building…

  • Protests Shake South Africa’s Gig Economy

    South Africa’s on-demand delivery industry is facing fresh disruption as anti-migrant protests have forced food delivery platforms such as Uber Eats and Checkers Sixty60 to suspend or scale back operations in affected areas. The unrest has not only left customers waiting for meals and groceries but has also exposed the growing vulnerability of Africa’s digital…

  • M-PESA’s Lending Push Gains Momentum

    For nearly two decades, M-PESA has transformed the way millions of Africans send and receive money. What began as a mobile money platform has evolved into a financial ecosystem supporting payments, savings, business transactions, and cross-border transfers. Now, the next phase of M-PESA’s growth is increasingly centered on one area where traditional banks have struggled…

  • Google Builds Africa’s AI Hub in South Africa

    Google’s decision to deepen its artificial intelligence (AI) investments in South Africa reflects more than a regional expansion strategy—it signals the company’s belief that Africa is becoming an important contributor to the next generation of AI innovation. With a growing pool of technical talent, improving digital infrastructure, and increasing demand for AI-powered solutions, South Africa…

  • PressPay Wins UM6P–Jumpstart Award

    African education fintech startup PressPay has secured a major boost after emerging as a winner of the UM6P–Jumpstart programme, reinforcing the growing importance of education finance as a critical pillar of Africa’s digital and economic infrastructure. The recognition highlights the increasing role of financial technology in addressing one of the continent’s most persistent challenges—making quality…