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.

  • inDrive uses KieKie to connect with Nigerian riders

    KieKie, known for her energetic personality, comedy content, and strong social media presence, has become one of Nigeria’s most recognizable digital entertainers. Her appointment as Chief Wahala Officer reflects inDrive’s strategy of using relatable personalities to communicate with customers in a more engaging and culturally relevant way. The title “Chief Wahala Officer” draws from the…

  • Fixing Africa’s climate-tech exit problem

    Africa’s climate-tech sector has experienced significant growth in recent years, attracting entrepreneurs, investors, and development institutions seeking solutions to the continent’s environmental and energy challenges. Startups working in renewable energy, carbon markets, electric mobility, sustainable agriculture, and waste management have emerged across the continent. However, despite increasing investment activity, one major problem continues to limit…

  • Prosus proves that profitability matters more than growth

    For years, Prosus was known as one of the world’s largest technology investors with a portfolio that spanned food delivery, online classifieds, payments, and e-commerce businesses across multiple continents. While the company held valuable assets and invested heavily in growth, many of its businesses consistently generated losses. Today, however, Prosus is entering a new phase…

  • Africa’s talent gap is not in people, but in digital opportunities

    Africa is home to one of the youngest populations in the world. Millions of young Africans graduate from universities, learn digital skills online, and demonstrate remarkable creativity and resilience. Despite this growing pool of talented and capable young people, many still struggle to fully participate in the digital economy. This paradox raises important questions about…

  • Africa needs AI deployment, not AI development

    Across the continent, industries such as healthcare, agriculture, logistics, banking, and education face operational inefficiencies that AI can address immediately. Farmers need predictive systems that recommend planting schedules based on weather and market trends. Hospitals need AI-powered patient management tools that reduce waiting times and improve diagnosis. Financial institutions require fraud detection systems that work…

  • How Real-Time Price Tracking Could Change Food Shopping

    For millions of consumers across Africa, buying food often comes with uncertainty. The price of tomatoes, rice, beans, onions, or cooking oil can vary significantly from one market stall to another, even within the same neighborhood. This lack of price transparency leaves buyers with little bargaining power and makes it difficult for businesses to plan…