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.

  • Afreximbank Backs Africa’s Battery Future Through Spiro

    African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has reinforced its commitment to Africa’s clean energy transition by investing in electric mobility company Spiro, describing the move as a strategic step toward building a competitive battery value chain across the continent. The investment highlights growing confidence that Africa can become more than a consumer of electric vehicle technology by…

  • New Identity Law Expands NIMC’s Digital Role

    Nigeria has taken a significant step toward strengthening its digital economy with the enactment of a new identity management law that expands the powers of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC). The legislation positions the commission as the country’s central digital trust authority, giving it greater responsibility for identity verification, authentication, and the protection of…

  • Kenya Ruling Tightens Rules on Startup Layoffs

    A recent court ruling in Kenya has sent a strong message to employers, declaring that corporate restructuring on its own is not sufficient legal grounds for terminating employees. The decision is expected to have far-reaching implications for startups and technology companies, many of which frequently reorganize their operations to manage costs, attract investment, or adapt…

  • Battery Rental Services Gain Ground in Nigeria

    Rising electricity costs and unreliable power supply are accelerating demand for battery rental services across Africa, with a business model that gained traction in South Africa now expanding into Nigeria. As households and businesses seek affordable alternatives to fuel-powered generators, battery-as-a-service providers are positioning themselves as a practical solution to the continent’s persistent energy challenges.…

  • StableKlin Brings Smart Technology to Cleaning Businesses

    Nigeria’s property services industry is increasingly embracing digital transformation, and StableKlin is positioning itself at the forefront of that shift with a behavioural intelligence platform built specifically for cleaning businesses. Rather than focusing solely on scheduling and task management, the platform leverages data and behavioural insights to help cleaning companies improve workforce performance, customer satisfaction,…

  • E Squared Surpasses R1.3bn in Startup Investments

    South African impact investor E Squared Investments has reinforced its position as one of the continent’s most active startup backers after deploying R300 million into high-growth businesses during 2025, bringing its cumulative investments to R1.37 billion since inception. The milestone reflects the firm’s continued commitment to supporting entrepreneurs building scalable businesses capable of creating jobs…