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Thailand Shines Brighter with 10 New Michelin Star Additions, including its Second Three-Michelin-Star Restaurant

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Thailand Shines Brighter with 10 New Michelin Star Additions, including its Second Three-Michelin-Star Restaurant
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Thailand Shines Brighter with 10 New Michelin Star Additions, including its Second Three-Michelin-Star Restaurant

2025-11-27 17:40 Last Updated At:17:52

  • Sühring, a modern German restaurant, has been newly promoted to Three MICHELIN Stars ─ becoming Thailand's second restaurant, after Sorn, to earn this honor. The 2026 MICHELIN Star list also welcomes 2 restaurants newly promoted to Two MICHELIN Stars, along with 3 new and 4 promoted restaurants awarded One MICHELIN Star.
  • This year marks the debut of a new special award, the MICHELIN Guide Mentor Chef Award, honoring chefs dedicated to nurturing the next generation of culinary talent.
  • GOAT, a Contemporary Thai restaurant, joins the MICHELIN Green Star community ─ bringing the total number of restaurants recognized for mindful practices to five.
  • BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 November 2025 - Michelin has officially unveiled the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026 edition, revealing the much-anticipated full restaurant selection with a total of 468 dining venues: 2 Three MICHELIN Stars (1 promoted from Two MICHELIN Stars), 8 Two MICHELIN Stars (2 promoted from One MICHELIN Star), 33 One MICHELIN Star (3 newcomers, and 4 promoted from MICHELIN Selected), 137 Bib Gourmand (13 newcomers), and 288 MICHELIN Selected (50 newcomers).


    Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of The MICHELIN Guide, revealed: "Thailand remains a vibrant destination for unique and diverse culinary experiences, with this year's MICHELIN Guide brimming with exciting surprises and fresh developments. The latest edition showcases a broader range of cuisines, reflecting Thailand's dynamic and ever-evolving food scene, driven by remarkable energy and creativity. With the growing number of MICHELIN Stars, Thailand shines ever brighter on the global gastronomic map."

    Overview of Thailand's Evolving Restaurant Landscape and Culinary Trends
    According to Mr. Poullennec, MICHELIN Guide Inspectors observed a growing presence of international chefs across Thailand, bringing fresh energy and global perspectives, while incorporating local ingredients and traditions into their creations. Meanwhile, Thai chefs are advancing local cuisine with more defined and expressive regional flavors.

    A stronger spirit of collaboration between chefs and producers has also emerged, with many restaurants sourcing seasonal ingredients directly from small farmers and local communities. Food and drink pairings remain central to the dining experience, with non-alcoholic options made from herbs and flowers growing in popularity alongside fine wines.

    MICHELIN Guide Inspectors further noted the rise of chef-driven casual restaurants, plant-forward menus, and modern Thai concepts that honor traditional roots. Responsible cooking, mindful sourcing, and "borderless" or "creative" cuisine ─ where chefs blend techniques and ingredients from multiple culinary traditions ─ are increasingly shaping Thailand's dining scene.

    'Sühring' Promoted to Three MICHELIN Stars ─ Thailand's Second Restaurant to Earn this Honor
    Joining Sorn, the holder of Thailand's first-ever Three MICHELIN Stars, is Sühring ─ a restaurant, founded by twin chefs Thomas and Mathias Sühring. The restaurant serves a modern German tasting menu inspired by family recipes, childhood memories and travels. At Sühring, seasonal ingredients are expertly prepared using traditional German techniques such as fermenting, pickling and curing; while each dish is carefully crafted and artfully presented, making the dining experience as visually captivating as it is delicious.

    First featured in the inaugural 2018 edition of The MICHELIN Guide Thailand with One MICHELIN Star, Sühring was promoted to Two MICHELIN Stars the following year and has retained this distinction for seven consecutive years. Its promotion to the highly coveted Three MICHELIN Stars in the 2026 edition reflects the restaurant's outstanding culinary excellence, consistency, and commitment to the highest standards of gastronomy.

    'Anne-Sophie Pic at Le Normandie' and 'INDDEE' Form a Duo Promoted from One MICHELIN Star to Two MICHELIN Stars
    In the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Thailand edition, the Two-MICHELIN-Star listing adds 2 new entries promoted from One MICHELIN Star:

    • Anne-Sophie Pic at Le Normandie, a contemporary French restaurant where Chef Anne-Sophie Pic joins forces with her trusted Japanese Head Chef, Tamaki Kobayashi, to present an exquisite menu that highlights her signature creations, including the renowned lobster dish and the thoughtfully curated Voyage menu.
    • INDDEE, a modern Indian restaurant that takes diners on a culinary journey across India through a set menu of around 10 courses that captivates with its visual artistry, memorable flavors, and meaningful stories from Carabinero symbolizing Goa, to Pickled Vegetables evoking the harsh Himalayan winter, and Patra with Hokkaido Scallops reflecting the chef's Japanese culinary experience.

    BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 November 2025 - Michelin has officially unveiled the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026 edition, revealing the much-anticipated full restaurant selection with a total of 468 dining venues: 2 Three MICHELIN Stars (1 promoted from Two MICHELIN Stars), 8 Two MICHELIN Stars (2 promoted from One MICHELIN Star), 33 One MICHELIN Star (3 newcomers, and 4 promoted from MICHELIN Selected), 137 Bib Gourmand (13 newcomers), and 288 MICHELIN Selected (50 newcomers).


    Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of The MICHELIN Guide, revealed: "Thailand remains a vibrant destination for unique and diverse culinary experiences, with this year's MICHELIN Guide brimming with exciting surprises and fresh developments. The latest edition showcases a broader range of cuisines, reflecting Thailand's dynamic and ever-evolving food scene, driven by remarkable energy and creativity. With the growing number of MICHELIN Stars, Thailand shines ever brighter on the global gastronomic map."

    Overview of Thailand's Evolving Restaurant Landscape and Culinary Trends
    According to Mr. Poullennec, MICHELIN Guide Inspectors observed a growing presence of international chefs across Thailand, bringing fresh energy and global perspectives, while incorporating local ingredients and traditions into their creations. Meanwhile, Thai chefs are advancing local cuisine with more defined and expressive regional flavors.

    A stronger spirit of collaboration between chefs and producers has also emerged, with many restaurants sourcing seasonal ingredients directly from small farmers and local communities. Food and drink pairings remain central to the dining experience, with non-alcoholic options made from herbs and flowers growing in popularity alongside fine wines.

    MICHELIN Guide Inspectors further noted the rise of chef-driven casual restaurants, plant-forward menus, and modern Thai concepts that honor traditional roots. Responsible cooking, mindful sourcing, and "borderless" or "creative" cuisine ─ where chefs blend techniques and ingredients from multiple culinary traditions ─ are increasingly shaping Thailand's dining scene.

    'Sühring' Promoted to Three MICHELIN Stars ─ Thailand's Second Restaurant to Earn this Honor
    Joining Sorn, the holder of Thailand's first-ever Three MICHELIN Stars, is Sühring ─ a restaurant, founded by twin chefs Thomas and Mathias Sühring. The restaurant serves a modern German tasting menu inspired by family recipes, childhood memories and travels. At Sühring, seasonal ingredients are expertly prepared using traditional German techniques such as fermenting, pickling and curing; while each dish is carefully crafted and artfully presented, making the dining experience as visually captivating as it is delicious.

    First featured in the inaugural 2018 edition of The MICHELIN Guide Thailand with One MICHELIN Star, Sühring was promoted to Two MICHELIN Stars the following year and has retained this distinction for seven consecutive years. Its promotion to the highly coveted Three MICHELIN Stars in the 2026 edition reflects the restaurant's outstanding culinary excellence, consistency, and commitment to the highest standards of gastronomy.

    'Anne-Sophie Pic at Le Normandie' and 'INDDEE' Form a Duo Promoted from One MICHELIN Star to Two MICHELIN Stars
    In the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Thailand edition, the Two-MICHELIN-Star listing adds 2 new entries promoted from One MICHELIN Star:

    7 New Entries Awarded One MICHELIN Star

    Of the 7 new One MICHELIN Star entries, 3 newcomers have made it into the Guide for the first time, and the other 4 have been promoted from MICHELIN Selected.

    The 3 newcomers awarded One MICHELIN Star are:

    • Bo.lan, a Thai restaurant offering a menu rooted in time-honored recipes and sustainability, skillfully using rare regional produce sourced from small farmers to explore Thai culinary heritage through precise techniques and elegantly simple presentations that allow the depth and balance of flavors to shine.
    • Cannubi by Umberto Bombana, an Italian restaurant offering a concise set lunch menu and a full dinner tasting experience, showcasing confident, well-balanced dishes that marry classical roots with modern techniques.
    • etcha, a restaurant where the chef curates a "borderless dining" experience, combining European techniques with Thai ingredients in his 11-course "360°" and eight-course "180°" tasting menus that highlight seasonal local produce, crafted with finesse and deep respect for native flavors.

    The 4 One-MICHELIN-Star recipients promoted from the MICHELIN Selected list are:

    • Gaggan, a restaurant where over 20 inventive courses unfold across five theatrical acts, each accompanied by dynamic lighting and a pulsing soundtrack, fusing bold flavors, and interactive energy to embody the essence of the celebrity chef.
    • Juksunchae, a restaurant offering a balanced and intriguing omakase menu that reimagines traditional Korean flavors through delicate, sophisticated and visually striking dishes, such as Octopus Tubu Jjigae, Truffle Mandu and Crab Bibimbap.
    • Nusara, led by Chef Thitid "Ton" Tassanakajohn—the talent behind Le Du, holder of One MICHELIN Star since 2019—offers one of Bangkok's most intimate Thai dining experiences. With elegant olive-green interiors, gold accents, and a rooftop view of Wat Pho, the journey features welcome bites and standout dishes like Thai Wagyu stir-fry with holy basil and a quartet of regional relishes.
    • Sushi Saito, a sushi restaurant serving Edomae-style sushi crafted with Edo-period techniques, using fresh seafood flown in from Japan several times a week, and Akita rice cooked with exacting care for temperature and moisture, dispatched from the kitchen in small batches to ensure optimum quality.

    Four MICHELIN Guide Special Awards

    With its Special Awards, The MICHELIN Guide shines its light on talented professionals in Michelin-recommended restaurants who elevate the gastronomic experience to new heights. In doing so, they demonstrate how diverse and exciting the hospitality industry is to work in.

    • The MICHELIN Guide Young Chef Award

    The MICHELIN Guide Young Chef Award recognizes a young chef, who has proven over the past 12 months to have a unique personality and/or an identity in culinary creations. This year, the Young Chef Award, presented by Blancpain, is given to Mr. Suwijak Kunghae, the Owner-Chef of Royd, a MICHELIN Selected restaurant.

    Born in Phuket, Mr. Kunghae was raised in a culinary family that inspired his deep passion for Southern Thai cuisine. He honed his skills in a French restaurant, where he gained valuable fine dining experience. Upon returning to his hometown, he established Royd to celebrate the flavors of the southern sea. Collaborating with local communities, he blends traditional recipes with modern techniques, aiming to showcase to the world how Southern people eat.

    • The MICHELIN Guide Opening of the Year Award

    The MICHELIN Guide Opening of the Year Award recognizes individuals and teams, for the successful opening of a dining venue over the past 12 months, with a creative degustation concept and a cuisine approach that has made a notable impact on the local gastronomic scene. This year's award, presented by UOB, is bestowed upon Wilfrid Hocquet, Owner-Chef of Margo.

    Opened in June 2025, Margo is a French restaurant that made its debut in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Thailand under the MICHELIN Selected list. Its menu features polished French classics, complemented by a lively atmosphere and seamless service delivered by a skilled team. Though new, Margo feels instantly established casual yet sophisticated, thoughtfully executed, and full of promise.

    • The MICHELIN Guide Service Award

    The MICHELIN Guide Service Award aims to highlight and encourage skilled and talented professionals who dramatically enhance customer experience. This year's MICHELIN Guide Service Award, presented by the Tourism Authority of Thailand, is given to Mr. Arsen Brahaj, the Restaurant Manager at Aulis, a One MICHELIN Star restaurant in Phang-Nga.

    Originally from Albania, Mr. Brahaj speaks four languages and brings with him experience from Simon Rogan's MICHELIN-Starred restaurant in Malta, where he served as supervisor. At Aulis, he leads the service and curates drink pairings that highlight local ingredients. Mr. Brahaj ensures seamless service flow ─ welcoming guests with genuine charm, explaining dishes with passion, supporting the kitchen team, and delivering a polished dining experience that leaves a lasting impression.

    • The MICHELIN Guide Mentor Chef Award

    The MICHELIN Guide Mentor Chef Award honors chefs whose unwavering dedication to nurturing the next generation has made a lasting impact on the culinary industry. Marking a milestone for Thailand, the country's first-ever Mentor Chef Award, presented by WP Energy, is bestowed upon David Thompson, the Owner-Chef of Aksorn (One MICHELIN Star) and Chop Chop Cook Shop (MICHELIN Selected).

    Mr. Thompson's journey with Thai cuisine began in the 1980s, when he first visited Thailand and fell in love with its rich food culture. In 2001, he opened Nahm in London the first Thai restaurant to earn a MICHELIN Star proving Thai cuisine's place on the global fine dining stage. He later brought Nahm to Bangkok in 2010, helping shape the identity of Thai fine dining for both chefs and diners.

    Beyond his own culinary achievements, Mr. Thompson's greatest legacy lies in mentorship. Many of Thailand's leading chefs have trained in his kitchens, carrying forward his respect for tradition and commitment to excellence. Though not Thai by birth, his career has been devoted to preserving, teaching, and elevating Thai cuisine. His influence continues to ripple through Thailand's culinary scene, making his impact both profound and enduring.

    'GOAT' Joins the MICHELIN Green Star Community for Its Inspiring Vision, Bringing Thailand's Total Number of Restaurants Recognized for Mindful Practices to Five.
    The MICHELIN Green Star editorially highlights restaurants that, among the MICHELIN Guide selection, have inspired and impressed Inspectors with their committed vision for the future of gastronomy. By gathering a community of innovative establishments driven to pursue progress in the role of restaurants, the MICHELIN Green Star fosters dialogue and collaboration, encouraging establishments to inspire and evolve together.

    This year, the only restaurant that has newly captured the MICHELIN Guide Inspectors' attention for its inspiring vision is GOAT, a One MICHELIN Star restaurant dedicated to thoughtful cooking that highlights Thailand's rich natural diversity. They source ingredients directly from local farmers, fishermen, and small-scale producers, and grow herbs and edible flowers in their rooftop garden. Every item in the kitchen is used with intention trimmings become fermented or compost, and oil is carefully reused. Their attention to detail extends to the décor, where reclaimed wood and recycled tableware reflect the same mindful philosophy.

    The newly highlighted restaurant joins the four establishments already recognized for continuing to impress the Inspectors: PRU, Haoma, Jampa, and Baan Tepa. Together, they form a community deeply committed to presenting another vision of gastronomy.

    The MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026 at a Glance:
    2 Three MICHELIN Stars (1 promoted from Two MICHELIN Stars)
    8 Two MICHELIN Stars (2 promoted from One MICHELIN Star)
    33 One MICHELIN Star (3 new, 4 promoted from MICHELIN Selected)
    5 MICHELIN Green Star (1 new)
    137 Bib Gourmand (13 new)
    288 MICHELIN Selected (50 new)

    The MICHELIN Guide Worldwide app for iOS and Android devices.

    The MICHELIN Guide Celebrates Its 125th Anniversary!

    Hashtag: #Michelin




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    Thailand Shines Brighter with 10 New Michelin Star Additions, including its Second Three-Michelin-Star Restaurant

    Thailand Shines Brighter with 10 New Michelin Star Additions, including its Second Three-Michelin-Star Restaurant

Code4Mzansi highlights the growing strength of South Africa’s developer ecosystem and the role of youth-led innovation in shaping the country’s digital future

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 May 2026 - South Africa’s emerging developers are building close to the ground, with many of the strongest solutions at the inaugural Huawei Code4Mzansi finals focused on systems people use every day: township retail, healthcare, energy, agriculture, payments and the creative economy.

The winners at the Huawei Developer Competition, Code4Mzansi The winners at the Huawei Developer Competition, Code4Mzansi

The competition was held in partnership with the Department of Small Business Development. "The Code4Mzansi competition is not just a celebration of achievement, it is a launchpad for the future," said Minister Stella Ndabeni, whose department co-hosted the event and delivered the closing address.

The finals revealed a clear shift from building abstract digital products to practical tools that help small businesses trade better, communities access services more easily, and local industries solve problems faster.

Four finalist teams focused directly on the township economy, with solutions covering food safety verification for spaza shops, offline point-of-sale systems built for load-shedding, WhatsApp-native marketplaces for informal retailers, and community credit systems for SASSA grant recipients.

Others addressed AI-driven healthcare access, electricity theft detection, smart agriculture, financial infrastructure for the creator economy, and AI-generated African music.

Held at Huawei Office Park in Woodmead, the finals brought together more than 100 attendees, including government representatives, academic partners, industry leaders and media.

"The quality of the finalist solutions demonstrated the potential of local innovation to respond to real market needs," said Steven Chen, Cloud CEO of Huawei Technologies South Africa.

Academic partners included the University of Pretoria, the University of Johannesburg, the University of the Witwatersrand and the University of Cape Town.

"Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and technology is their greatest accelerator. The participants here today are future entrepreneurs who will drive South Africa's digital economy forward," said Professor Thokozani Shongwe, Vice Dean of Postgraduate Studies, Research and Internationalisation at the University of Johannesburg's Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment.

Industry partner rain also attended. Leon Nortje, Principal and Senior Architect at rain, said the competition offered a strong view of the country’s emerging technology pipeline.

"It is always good to see new projects and new teams working on solutions that are valuable and industry-related. We will be looking out for potential new employees," said Nortje.

The winners

The finalists competed for a prize pool of R800,000. MAAT by SIMVAK was named the overall grand winner and received the Business Value Award, taking home R300,000. The platform addresses food safety and regulatory compliance in South Africa’s informal retail sector through AI agents, real-time product recall alerts, and counterfeit detection for the spaza shop ecosystem.

"The spaza network is the supply chain for most South African households," said SIMVAK founder Shingirayi Mandebvu.

HealthHive by FTCK received second prize in the Business Value Award category, taking home R200,000, for its AI telemedicine platform that matches patients with the right medical practitioners based on their symptoms.

Auraa received the Grand Innovation Award for its AI music engine built to generate authentic African sound. The platform has been associated with an album that has crossed one million streams.

The Future Star Award went to e-Khadi, a community credit and stokvel platform giving SASSA grant recipients access to essentials at their local spaza shops, supported by AI-assisted credit scoring and fraud detection.

The People’s Choice Award, voted by the public on Huawei’s social media channels, went to DevRift, a semi-finalist in the competition, who took home R100,000.

Minister Ndabeni delivered the closing address, positioning Code4Mzansi within the government’s agenda for youth entrepreneurship, small business development and digital inclusion.

"Our task is to ensure that innovation does not remain a moment of applause, but becomes a pathway to enterprise creation, digital inclusion, and sustainable growth," she said.

"Thank you to Huawei for being a perfect partner on the journey that we are travelling, and of course, those that matter most, the developers who dared to compete," she said.

Code4Mzansi forms part of the global Huawei Cloud Developer Competition. In its inaugural edition, South Africa attracted more participants than any other country: 1,041 across 353 teams, including 176 enterprise teams, resulting in the highest enterprise participation rate among all competing markets. Twenty semi-finalists were selected before the top nine advanced to the final.

For the finalists, the work is just beginning. As Minister Ndabeni said, "Go home today proud. But tomorrow, wake up, build again."

Hashtag: #Huawei #Code4Mzansi #SouthAfrica






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About Huawei

Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. With 213,000 employees operating in over 170 countries, we serve more than three billion people worldwide.

Huawei is committed to bringing digital to every person, home, and organisation for a fully connected, intelligent world. In 2025, Huawei generated CNY880.9 billion in revenue, reinvesting 21.8% (CNY192.3 billion) into R&D, with about 53.7% of its employees working in R&D. As a private company fully owned by its employees, Huawei focuses on customer-centric innovation and open collaboration to create lasting value and drive technological breakthroughs globally.

For more information, please visit Huawei online at www.huawei.com or follow us on:






JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 May 2026 - South Africa’s emerging developers are building close to the ground, with many of the strongest solutions at the inaugural Huawei Code4Mzansi finals focused on systems people use every day: township retail, healthcare, energy, agriculture, payments and the creative economy.

The winners at the Huawei Developer Competition, Code4Mzansi

The winners at the Huawei Developer Competition, Code4Mzansi

The competition was held in partnership with the Department of Small Business Development. "The Code4Mzansi competition is not just a celebration of achievement, it is a launchpad for the future," said Minister Stella Ndabeni, whose department co-hosted the event and delivered the closing address.

The finals revealed a clear shift from building abstract digital products to practical tools that help small businesses trade better, communities access services more easily, and local industries solve problems faster.

Four finalist teams focused directly on the township economy, with solutions covering food safety verification for spaza shops, offline point-of-sale systems built for load-shedding, WhatsApp-native marketplaces for informal retailers, and community credit systems for SASSA grant recipients.

Others addressed AI-driven healthcare access, electricity theft detection, smart agriculture, financial infrastructure for the creator economy, and AI-generated African music.

Held at Huawei Office Park in Woodmead, the finals brought together more than 100 attendees, including government representatives, academic partners, industry leaders and media.

"The quality of the finalist solutions demonstrated the potential of local innovation to respond to real market needs," said Steven Chen, Cloud CEO of Huawei Technologies South Africa.

Academic partners included the University of Pretoria, the University of Johannesburg, the University of the Witwatersrand and the University of Cape Town.

"Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and technology is their greatest accelerator. The participants here today are future entrepreneurs who will drive South Africa's digital economy forward," said Professor Thokozani Shongwe, Vice Dean of Postgraduate Studies, Research and Internationalisation at the University of Johannesburg's Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment.

Industry partner rain also attended. Leon Nortje, Principal and Senior Architect at rain, said the competition offered a strong view of the country’s emerging technology pipeline.

"It is always good to see new projects and new teams working on solutions that are valuable and industry-related. We will be looking out for potential new employees," said Nortje.

The winners

The finalists competed for a prize pool of R800,000. MAAT by SIMVAK was named the overall grand winner and received the Business Value Award, taking home R300,000. The platform addresses food safety and regulatory compliance in South Africa’s informal retail sector through AI agents, real-time product recall alerts, and counterfeit detection for the spaza shop ecosystem.

"The spaza network is the supply chain for most South African households," said SIMVAK founder Shingirayi Mandebvu.

HealthHive by FTCK received second prize in the Business Value Award category, taking home R200,000, for its AI telemedicine platform that matches patients with the right medical practitioners based on their symptoms.

Auraa received the Grand Innovation Award for its AI music engine built to generate authentic African sound. The platform has been associated with an album that has crossed one million streams.

The Future Star Award went to e-Khadi, a community credit and stokvel platform giving SASSA grant recipients access to essentials at their local spaza shops, supported by AI-assisted credit scoring and fraud detection.

The People’s Choice Award, voted by the public on Huawei’s social media channels, went to DevRift, a semi-finalist in the competition, who took home R100,000.

Minister Ndabeni delivered the closing address, positioning Code4Mzansi within the government’s agenda for youth entrepreneurship, small business development and digital inclusion.

"Our task is to ensure that innovation does not remain a moment of applause, but becomes a pathway to enterprise creation, digital inclusion, and sustainable growth," she said.

"Thank you to Huawei for being a perfect partner on the journey that we are travelling, and of course, those that matter most, the developers who dared to compete," she said.

Code4Mzansi forms part of the global Huawei Cloud Developer Competition. In its inaugural edition, South Africa attracted more participants than any other country: 1,041 across 353 teams, including 176 enterprise teams, resulting in the highest enterprise participation rate among all competing markets. Twenty semi-finalists were selected before the top nine advanced to the final.

For the finalists, the work is just beginning. As Minister Ndabeni said, "Go home today proud. But tomorrow, wake up, build again."

Hashtag: #Huawei #Code4Mzansi #SouthAfrica






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About Huawei

Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. With 213,000 employees operating in over 170 countries, we serve more than three billion people worldwide.

Huawei is committed to bringing digital to every person, home, and organisation for a fully connected, intelligent world. In 2025, Huawei generated CNY880.9 billion in revenue, reinvesting 21.8% (CNY192.3 billion) into R&D, with about 53.7% of its employees working in R&D. As a private company fully owned by its employees, Huawei focuses on customer-centric innovation and open collaboration to create lasting value and drive technological breakthroughs globally.

For more information, please visit Huawei online at www.huawei.com or follow us on:






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