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.

  • Google to Double Google Drive Subscription Price for Nigerian Users Amid Rising Costs

    Google is set to double the subscription price for its 100GB Google Drive storage plan in Nigeria, increasing the cost from ₦950 to ₦1,900 per month. The new pricing will take effect on March 28, 2025, as part of a broader adjustment affecting several African countries, including Egypt, Ghana, and Tanzania. Google One, which provides…

  • Flutterwave Enters Zambia to Boost Digital Payments and Support Business Growth Across Africa

    Flutterwave has officially expanded into Zambia after securing a Payment System License from the Bank of Zambia, allowing businesses in the country to leverage its digital payment solutions for seamless local and international transactions. With mobile money services driving nearly 70% of Zambia’s financial inclusion, Flutterwave’s entry is expected to accelerate digital transactions, streamline financial…

  • Starlink Surpasses FiberOne to Become Nigeria’s Second-Largest Internet Provider

    Starlink has become Nigeria’s second-largest Internet Service Provider (ISP), overtaking FiberOne, while Spectranet remains the market leader. According to the Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) Q3 2024 report, Spectranet still holds the top spot with 105,441 subscribers, despite losing over 8,000 users. Meanwhile, Starlink, which launched in Nigeria in January 2023, grew rapidly to 65,564 subscribers…

  • Nigeria Establishes Committee to Protect Fiber Optic Infrastructure and Reduce Telecom Disruptions

    Nigeria has launched a Joint Standing Committee on the Protection of Fiber Optic Cables to safeguard its telecommunications infrastructure. This initiative, led by the Federal Ministry of Works (FMoW) and the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy (FMoCIDE), aims to address the growing problem of fiber cuts, which have caused widespread disruptions to…

  • OpenAI Unveils GPT-4.5, But Questions Remain Over Its Performance

    OpenAI has officially launched GPT-4.5, its latest AI model, marking a significant step in the generative AI space. CEO Sam Altman praised its improvements, particularly in emotional intelligence and natural interaction, claiming it was the first model that felt like “talking to a thoughtful person.” The model also reportedly reduces AI hallucinations, making it more…

  • MTN Nigeria Leads Industry with Competitive Salaries and Retention Strategy

    MTN Nigeria, the country’s largest telecom operator, is setting itself apart as one of the most generous employers in the industry. Of its 1,809 employees, a staggering 1,514 earn at least ₦1 million monthly, a salary benchmark that its competitors—Globacom and 9mobile—struggle to match. Even the lowest-paid MTN employee takes home an average of ₦458,333…