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.

  • South Africa and UNESCO Join Forces to Drive Scientific Innovation in Africa

    South Africa’s National Research Foundation (NRF) and the UNESCO Category 1 International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost science, technology, and innovation (STI) in South Africa and across the African continent. This strategic partnership aims to strengthen collaboration in research, capacity building, and knowledge sharing,…

  • Econet Launches Wi-Fi PLUS to Boost Digital Inclusion and Internet Access Across Lesotho.

    Econet Telecom Lesotho (ETL) has launched a new service called Wi-Fi PLUS, aimed at addressing the growing demand for high-speed, reliable internet in Lesotho. This initiative is part of the company’s broader strategy to enhance digital access and bridge the connectivity gap in both urban and rural areas. Wi-Fi PLUS offers customers fast, affordable, and…

  • GCG Partners with Squirro to Drive AI-Powered Digital Innovation Across the Caribbean and Central America.

    GCG Enterprise Solutions, a leading provider of enterprise IT solutions across the Caribbean and Central America, has strengthened its digital transformation offerings by partnering with Squirro, a Switzerland-based provider of generative AI solutions for enterprise environments. This collaboration aims to bring advanced generative AI capabilities to organizations in the region, enabling smarter decision-making, improved customer…

  • Regulators Greenlight SES’s $3.1 Billion Takeover of Intelsat, Paving Way for Industry Megamerger

    This concludes the regulatory approval process for the milestone $3.1 billion (€2.8 billion) acquisition. SES S.A., a leading satellite and connectivity solutions provider based in Luxembourg, has secured all final regulatory approvals for its $3.1 billion acquisition of Intelsat, a global satellite services company headquartered in the United States. The deal, initially announced in April…

  • “Digital Transformation: A Catalyst for Outsourcing-Driven Business Growth”

    Outsourcing practitioners have increasingly emphasized the pivotal role digital technology plays in fostering business growth, efficiency, and global competitiveness. As the global economy becomes more digitized, outsourcing has evolved from being primarily cost-driven to being innovation- and value-driven, with digital transformation at its core. Industry experts agree that the integration of digital tools—such as artificial…

  • “France Deepens Economic Ties with Nigeria, Its Top Sub-Saharan Trade Partner”

    Nigeria has become France’s leading trading partner in sub-Saharan Africa, a development that underscores the deepening economic ties between the two countries. This shift marks a significant milestone in the region’s economic landscape, highlighting Nigeria’s strategic importance not only as Africa’s largest economy but also as a key player in global trade relations. According to…