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.

  • Lagos Rises in Startup Rankings Amid Nigeria’s Slowdown

    Lagos is steadily rising in global startup rankings, strengthening its reputation as Africa’s leading tech hub, even as Nigeria’s broader startup ecosystem experiences a period of slower growth. The city’s performance highlights a growing divergence between Lagos’ concentrated innovation strength and the wider national challenges affecting startup expansion across the country. Lagos continues to benefit…

  • Launch Africa Ventures Portfolio Management Playbook

    Launch Africa Ventures has become one of the most active early-stage investors on the continent, building a reputation for backing high-growth startups across fintech, healthtech, logistics, and climate technology. As its portfolio has expanded into one of Africa’s largest venture capital ecosystems, the firm’s internal “playbook” for managing investments has become central to how it…

  • bPOWERd Launches Solar Battery Hubs in Nigeria

    bPOWERd has officially expanded into Nigeria with the launch of solar battery rental hubs aimed at improving access to affordable and reliable electricity for homes and small businesses. The move reflects the growing demand for alternative energy solutions in Africa’s largest economy, where millions continue to face unstable power supply and rising fuel costs. The…

  • dLocal Turns AZA Finance Deal Into $23.7M Asset Purchase

    dLocal’s long-anticipated acquisition of AZA Finance has officially transformed into a $23.7 million asset deal, marking a major shift from what was initially expected to be a full company acquisition. The development highlights the changing realities of fintech expansion in Africa, where regulatory complexity, operational risks, and market volatility continue to influence deal structures. When…

  • Smartcomply Launches UK Expansion to Boost African Compliance Solutions

    African regulatory technology startup Smartcomply has announced its expansion into the United Kingdom as the company seeks to strengthen its presence in global compliance technology while continuing to focus on African markets. The move reflects growing international interest in Africa-focused digital compliance solutions as businesses face increasingly complex regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions. Founded to…

  • South Africa Postpones AI Policy After Citation Controversy

    South Africa has postponed the release of its long-awaited national artificial intelligence policy until 2027 after a major citation scandal exposed weaknesses in the drafting process and raised concerns about the reliability of AI-generated research. The delay marks a significant setback for the country’s ambitions to become a leading AI hub on the African continent,…