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Kabelo Makwane has been announced as the new country manager for Microsoft Nigeria. Makwane is an experienced technology professional from South Africa. He is expected to lead the company’s global shift to a devices and service offering in one of the fast-growing consumer technology market in Africa. “I am extremely excited to be appointed to lead the Nigerian subsidiary during this dynamic time on the continent,” Makwane said, adding that , “Microsoft is focused on unlocking the economic opportunities of Africa and it’s a time when the company can have real economic impact in the country. “I believe technology is an enabler at every level of society and am excited at being able to have an impact on this vibrant and unique country. “While most technology trends, innovations and consumer products come from the West and the East, Africans are realizing that for us to solve the continent’s technology-related challenges, we have to find African solutions. “ICT holds transformational opportunity for Nigeria. Innovation will help the country leap from the industrial revolution into the information era. It is the land of opportunity. There is no place like it.”, he said. “The renewed emphasis by the Nigerian government on the ICT sector holds considerable promise for what technology can bring to consumers and businesses. It gives us an opportunity to use our technology, talent, time and money to help create sustainable growth in the country and across the African continent. “I’m excited to be spearheading this continued investment in Nigeria, and certainly look forward to working with government, industry, academia and the general public to enable Nigeria to realize its potential through innovation. I look forward to unearthing the economic opportunities, especially with small businesses to drive job creation, and to foster meaningful 21st century skills in our youth.” Makwane explained. Makwane served as Public Sector Director in the Microsoft South Africa subsidiary prior to his appointment as country manager for Microsoft Nigeria.