TechStream

Technology news around the ecosystem!

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  • Grey Headlines Moonshot by TechCabal 2026

    Grey has been announced as the headline sponsor for Moonshot 2026, marking a major partnership between one of Africa’s fastest-growing fintech companies and the continent’s leading technology conference. The event is scheduled to be held on October 28 and 29, 2026, at the National Theatre. Organised by TechCabal, Moonshot has become a significant gathering point…

  • Why AI Adoption in Africa Is Growing Unevenly: The Divide Between Leading Tech Hubs and Smaller Economies.

    Across Africa, AI adoption is moving in two very different directions at the same time. In major tech hubs like Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and Egypt, artificial intelligence is increasingly showing up in fintech, customer service, logistics, and digital products. But outside these leading markets, many smaller and developing economies are still in the early…

  • NITDA and IDCA Partner to Strengthen Nigeria’s AI and Data Centre Infrastructure.

    Nigeria is making another push to strengthen the digital infrastructure needed for artificial intelligence and cloud computing. This week, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) announced a strategic partnership with the International Data Center Authority (IDCA) aimed at improving Nigeria’s data centre ecosystem and supporting the country’s broader AI ambitions. The agreement is part…

  • MAX Lands $8 Million Debt Funding to Grow Its Electric Vehicle Network Across Africa.

    Nigerian mobility startup Metro Africa Xpress (MAX) has secured $8 million in debt funding to expand its electric vehicle operations and supporting infrastructure across Africa. The funding, provided by Netherlands-based impact investor Triple Jump, comes as interest in electric mobility continues to rise across the continent, particularly in markets dealing with high fuel costs and…

  • Grey Becomes Headline Sponsor for Moonshot 2026 as African Tech Events Grow in Influence.

    African fintech company Grey has joined Moonshot 2026 as a headline sponsor, adding another major technology brand to one of the continent’s growing startup and innovation events. The partnership highlights how technology companies are increasingly investing not just in products and users, but also in ecosystem visibility and founder communities. As African tech conferences continue…

  • TechStream Weekly Innovation & Events Radar — Africa’s Tech Calendar in Motion.

    Every week, Africa’s tech ecosystem shows up in different forms — from small hands-on workshops to large-scale conferences shaping policy, startups, and innovation. This week’s lineup moves from AI learning in Cameroon to robotics in Lagos and major continental gatherings in Kigali and Nairobi. 1. Build with AI Buildathon (Bamenda) Date: May 16, 08:00 WATLocation:…