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.

  • Empowering Innovation and Growth through Networking, Skills, and Tech Opportunities.

    The Digital Professional Fair is a dynamic platform designed to accelerate careers, support startups, and propel scaleups into new phases of growth. It brings together professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts in a vibrant digital ecosystem that fosters innovation, collaboration, and opportunity. The fair offers a unique blend of networking, learning, recruitment, and showcasing opportunities…

  • Nigeria’s NASENI Partners with Private Sector to Advance Industrial Innovation.

    The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) and the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) have joined forces to address Nigeria’s pressing industrial challenges through technological innovation and research-driven solutions. This collaboration aims to reduce dependence on imported raw materials, improve local manufacturing capacity, and enhance Nigeria’s industrial competitiveness. Speaking at the 2024 MAN Annual…

  • PalmPay Recognized Globally for Driving Financial Innovation and Inclusion in Africa.

    PalmPay, a leading African fintech platform, has been recognized as one of the world’s top 300 fintech companies by CNBC and Statista. This prestigious ranking highlights PalmPay’s rapid growth, innovative services, and significant impact on financial inclusion across Africa, particularly in Nigeria. The list was compiled based on factors such as revenue growth, user base,…

  • Econet Taps AI to Enhance Network Performance and Bridge Zimbabwe’s Digital Divide

    The initiative highlights the role of intelligent technologies in bridging service gaps and supporting national development goals. Econet, Zimbabwe’s leading telecommunications company, is integrating artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance its network efficiency and drive digital inclusion across the country. The company’s adoption of AI technologies aims to optimize network management, improve service delivery, and ensure…

  • Dubai Unveils AI-Powered Hybrid System to Regulate and Classify Online Content Responsibly.

    Dubai has unveiled the world’s first Human–Machine Content Classification System, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at managing the exponential growth of digital content and ensuring its alignment with societal, ethical, and cultural standards. The system, launched by the Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC) under the Digital Dubai initiative, marks a major advancement in content governance and…

  • Tanzania Launches Ambitious Plan to Bridge Digital Divide and Boost Economic Development.

    Presenting the plan, TTCL Director General Moremi Marwa stated that the new strategy is designed to improve citizens’ quality of life through reliable, modern, and inclusive digital communication services. The Government of Tanzania has launched an ambitious three-year strategy aimed at enhancing digital inclusion and accelerating national development. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Information, Communication,…