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Johannesburg - Google South Africa on Thursday named
Stephen Newton, former Google head of analytics and commerce for Europe, Middle East and
Africa (EMEA), as new country manager to run its local operation in Johannesburg.
Newton brings extensive online experience to his new role, helping to increase the
flow of information in South Africa by getting businesses online and helping South
Africans benefit from Google's free online services, the company said in a statement.
Newton will take up his position on July 1 2009.
"It's an exciting time here, with the 2010 World Cup just around the corner," says
Newton.
"South Africa is the continent's Internet and e-commerce hub, and the coming
years promise significant growth for small businesses wanting to benefit from
increased connectivity.
"Google remains excited about improving access to information
for local South African users, and bringing our learnings in search and advertising
from around the world to Africa's entrepreneurial heart."
- I-Net Bridge