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On September 29th, Microsoft will officially be launching South Africa into the world of next-gen console gaming.

Cindy White, Microsoft's South Africa Marketing manager, said:

"South Africa is a country where the appetite for console gaming is growing in leaps and bounds. Expanding to Africa allows us to build a successful business ecosystem for our partners, and to bring more gamers amazing next-generation gaming and entertainment experiences."

"We're committed to ensuring gamers in South Africa have a great Xbox 360 experience. To that end we're taking steps so that a full portfolio of great games, tailored to appeal to local tastes, is available as well as accessories that complement the gaming experience."

Launch price is R2,699, which translates to 295 Euros for the Core System, and R3,699 (405 Euro) for the Premium.

South Africa isn't the only EMEA territory Microsoft's got its sights on this launch period - expect Hungary, The Czech Republic, Slovakia and Poland by the end of the year, not to mention India, on October 21st, Chile and China.