Microsoft picks new regional head

Ethiopian-born Amrote Abdella has been announced as the new regional director for Microsoft's 4Afrika Initiative, effective October 2015. Previously, the director of Startup Engagement and Partnerships at 4Afrika, she takes over from Fernando de Sousa and affirms Microsoft Corporation's commitment to Africa across the 54 countries.

In her new role, Abdella will oversee Microsoft's investments in Africa, deepen Microsoft's engagements on the continent and scale 4Afrika's work across different markets.