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.

  • AI-driven ‘Oneway’ platform debuts in Abuja to transform Nigeria’s retail sector.

    A Nigerian startup has officially launched Oneway an AI-powered retail platform in Abuja, marking a significant stride in the country’s growing digital commerce landscape. The platform is designed to revolutionize the retail ecosystem by leveraging artificial intelligence to streamline shopping experiences, optimize supply chains, and empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Oneway’s core proposition is…

  • Digital Innovation Positioned as Key Driver of Nigeria’s $1trn GDP Ambition.

    Nigeria’s ambitious goal of reaching a $1 trillion Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by 2030 is drawing strong backing from global and local technology leaders, who believe that the digital economy can serve as a critical driver of growth. With Nigeria already boasting one of Africa’s largest tech ecosystems, experts argue that leveraging digital infrastructure, innovation,…

  • “Nigeria Emerges as Africa’s AI Hub with Launch of AfricAI Initiative by Global Tech Giants.”

    A coalition of leading global technology companies has come together to launch AfricAI, an ambitious initiative aimed at positioning Nigeria as a central hub for artificial intelligence (AI) innovation in Africa. The project reflects a growing recognition of Africa’s potential in the digital economy and a concerted effort to bridge the continent’s technological gaps while…

  • Rural Zimbabwe Gets High-Speed Internet Boost with Starlink Computer Lab

    The facility is equipped with 30 laptops and 5 Starlink kits, representing a significant step toward bridging the digital divide in Zimbabwe Zimbabwe has inaugurated a Starlink-powered computer laboratory in Gokwe South, aiming to bridge the digital divide in rural communities. The facility, equipped with modern computers and high-speed satellite internet, is part of the…

  • Algeria Joins Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), Boosting Financial Integration

    Algeria has officially become a participant in the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), marking a significant step toward deepening financial integration across the African continent. PAPSS, developed by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in collaboration with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, is designed to simplify and accelerate cross-border transactions among African…

  • Jordan Unveils Three-Year Plan to Accelerate Digital Economy and E-Government Services.

    This comprehensive framework is designed to align with the country’s three core modernization initiatives: the Economic Modernization Vision, the Public Sector Modernization Roadmap, and the Political Modernization Document. The Government of Jordan has unveiled its National Digital Transformation Strategy for 2026–2028, a comprehensive roadmap aimed at accelerating the country’s transition into a fully digital economy…