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.

  • Digital Payments Drive Nigeria’s $11.09B Food Service Market

    Nigeria’s food service industry has grown into an $11.09 billion market, with digital payment adoption playing a major role in its rapid transformation. According to insights from fintech company Moniepoint, restaurants, quick-service outlets, food vendors, and delivery businesses are increasingly adopting cashless payment solutions to enhance customer experiences and expand their operations. The rise of…

  • How a French Teacher Built a Payments Business

    Career journeys are rarely predictable, and few stories illustrate that better than Freddie Omany’s. Once a French teacher, Omany has transformed into a fintech entrepreneur whose work now supports the movement of millions of digital payments, demonstrating how unconventional career paths can lead to groundbreaking innovation. Omany’s transition from the classroom to financial technology reflects…

  • Koko Networks Assets Headed for Sale After Collapse

    Administrators overseeing the affairs of clean cooking startup Koko Networks have begun the process of selling the company’s assets following its collapse, marking a significant development in one of Africa’s once-promising climate technology ventures. The move is aimed at recovering value for creditors while bringing closure to the company’s financial restructuring process. Koko Networks built…

  • Wahala App Reinvents Public Safety Through Technology

    As smartphones become increasingly central to everyday life, digital platforms are expanding beyond communication and entertainment to address pressing societal challenges. One startup embracing this shift is Wahala App, a platform built on the belief that public safety deserves a dedicated digital solution. Designed to help people stay informed and respond more effectively to safety…

  • South African Startup Unveils AI With 10M-Token Memory

    A South Africa-founded artificial intelligence startup has unveiled a new AI model featuring a remarkable 10 million-token memory, a breakthrough that could redefine how businesses and developers interact with large language models. The innovation places the company among a growing group of AI firms pushing the boundaries of long-context processing, enabling systems to analyze and…

  • South African Fintech Prioritizes UK Expansion

    A growing number of African startups are expanding beyond their home markets, but not always in the direction many expect. Rather than targeting neighboring African countries first, one South African fintech has opted to establish its presence in the United Kingdom, highlighting a strategic shift in how startups approach international expansion. At first glance, choosing…