Global Telecom Holding S.A.E. announced the appointment of Tom Gutjahr as Chief Executive Officer of Djezzy, GTH's Algerian operation. The appointment is effective 1 July, 2016. Tom will be responsible for leading Djezzy's transformation into a digital leader while leveraging the brand's strong position in the local market. Prior to joining GTH, Tom served as CEO of Airtel Uganda, from 2014, and was previously CEO of Tigo Paraguay from 2012 to 2014, CEO of Tigo Rwanda in 2011, and CEO of Tigo Chad from 2008 to 2010. He previously worked at Djezzy from 2005 to 2008, where he was Head of Marketing, for the Corporate and Business Segment, and Head of Products and Services Marketing.