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.

  • Tech in Africa: Bridging Potential and Progress in the Startup Ecosystem

    Africa’s Technology Startup Ecosystem: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Way Forward Africa’s technology startup ecosystem is undergoing a remarkable transformation. Over the past decade, the continent has emerged as a hub of innovation, driven by a confluence of factors including a youthful population, growing digital connectivity, and a rising wave of entrepreneurship. This tech-driven momentum is…

  • Climate Tech for Africa: Innovation at the Intersection of Sustainability and Growth

    Africa’s cross boarder payment is projected to grow from $329 billion to $1 trillion by 2035, driven by 12% annual growth rate, according to Oui capital. This surge is fueled by increased demand for faster, cheaper digital payment solutions as digital system replace traditional banking. Despite ongoing challenges like high remittance fees and regulatory hurdles,…

  • “Cyber Resilience in an AI World: TeKnowledge Strengthens Nigeria’s Digital Defences”

    TeKnowledge Launches AI-First Expert Technology Services in Nigeria TeKnowledge, a global tech firm specializing in AI, customer experience, and cybersecurity, has launched its AI-First Expert Technology Services in Nigeria. The announcement took place at the 2025 TeKnowledge Nigeria CxO Summit in Lagos, which also marked the unveiling of a refreshed brand identity to reflect the…

  • “Not Just a Tech Expo—A Movement: Inside GITEX Africa 2025”

    Marrakech smells like jasmine, spice, and ambition. That’s the best way I can describe the energy surging through GITEX Africa 2025, which kicked off on Monday with an impressive showing: over 1,450 exhibitors, 350 global investors, and 650 speakers representing 130 countries. Now in its third edition, GITEX Africa has cemented itself as the continent’s…

  • The Africa Deep Tech Foundation Launches 2025 Challenge: Fueling Innovation in Constraint

    The Africa Deep Tech Foundation proudly launches the Africa Deep Tech Challenge 2025 powered by Future Africa and, in collaboration with Ilorin Tech Hub, CcHub, and IHS, a pan-African call to innovation.  This year’s theme — Resource-Constrained Computing — invites African innovators to transform scarcity into strength. This challenge is designed to surface bold, deep tech solutions built for real-world…

  • Google launches new features across Gmail, Docs, Search

    1. Gmail: Smarter, Personalized AI Replies What’s new?Gmail is leveling up its smart reply feature using Gemini, Google’s AI model. Now, instead of offering generic responses like “Thanks!” or “Sounds good,” Gemini will: Example:If you usually write detailed, polite responses with bullet points, Gemini won’t suggest a three-word reply—it’ll give you something closer to what…