Culinary excellence celebrated at Bryanston
The highlight of the event was the prestigious 'Merchant of the Year' award, presented to Kimchi, a small business located in Cape Town.

Celebrating outstanding restaurants and other non-food merchants was the name of the game.
Uber Eats hosted its inaugural Merchant Awards in South Africa at The Roof in Bryanston, where industry leaders, partners, and esteemed guests gathered to honour these remarkable achievements.

The public had the opportunity to participate by nominating their favourite local merchant from across the country through the app.
The event showcased the rich diversity and talent within the local retail and hospitality industry, with 50 nominees competing for recognition across 18 categories.

According to Nakampe Molewa, general manager for Uber Eats in Sub-Saharan Africa, the awards provided an opportunity to celebrate the hard work and dedication of merchants who use the Uber Eats platform.
“We are proud to work with such incredible merchants who consistently go above and beyond to deliver exceptional food, goods, and services. Their dedication to quality and innovation has played a significant role in the growth and success of Uber Eats in South Africa.”

He stated that they remain committed to nurturing and promoting the growth of the South African hospitality and retail industry.
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