Huawei Launches New Midrange Nova 13 Smartphone in SA

Huawei has officially launched the Nova 14 and Nova 13i in South Africa, giving local consumers some bang for their buck in the midrange market.

According to Huawei, its new powerhouse devices are designed to elevate style, performance, and innovation. Whether you’re capturing flawless selfies, blazing through your to-do list, or expressing your creativity, Huawei’s Nova 13 and Nova 13i both promise to deliver the goods.

Power, Performance, and Picture-Perfect Moments

Selfies, video calls, and social media content creation take centre stage in the new smartphone release with a 60MP Ultra-Wide Front Camera. The front camera boasts even more megapixel power than its back camera counterpart delivering excellent clarity. This time around the brand is taking group selfies to even greater heights with the new Huawei AI Best Expression feature. This useful feature takes the stress out of group photos, ensuring that every face looks its best by selecting the perfect expression for everyone in the shot from multiple shots. No more closed eyes or awkward smiles!

“The selfie has become one of the most defining aspects of smartphone photography, with more than 50% of people choosing their phones based on the front camera quality. Consumers expect clarity, detail, and intelligent enhancements that make every shot flawless,” said Peter Feng, CEO of Huawei South Africa Consumer Business Group. “With the Nova 13, we’ve delivered exactly that. A 60MP Ultra-Wide Front Camera paired with AI Best Expression ensuring that every selfie is picture-perfect. We are helping you take more than photos. We are helping you capture confidence, personality, and the best version of yourself,” added Feng.

Another big convenience in the Huawei Nova 13 comes with the 100W SuperCharge Turbo. According to Huawei, the Nova 13 powers up to 50% in just 10 minutes, while the 5000mAh battery ensures all-day performance. No more worrying about running out of power mid-scroll, mid-call, or mid-workout.

And because style matters, the Dynamic Plaid Texture Design brings a whole new level of sophistication. Available in Loden Green, this design catches the light beautifully, making the Nova 13 as much a fashion accessory as it is a tech powerhouse as it dances and dazzles when it captures the light.

Super Nova, Super Selfie – The Future is Here

With hot features, lightning-fast charging, an ultra-sleek design, and the latest AI applications, the Huawei Nova 13 is perfect for the price-sensitive smartphone consumer who wants the bells and all the whistles without a massive price tag.

Price and availability in South Africa

The Huawei Nova 13 and Nova 13i are now available immediately on Huawei’s Online Store and at select retailers across South Africa. The Nova 13 is available in Loden Green and Black at R10,999 (which includes a set of free Huawei FreeBuds SE 2 valued at R1,499) from the Huawei Online Store and all Huawei Experience Stores.

Selected retailers will be offering the Huawei Nova 13 for R499pm x 36 months; this also includes a set of free Huawei FreeBuds SE 2 valued at R1,499. The Huawei Nova 13i is available in Blue and White, starting at R6,999 from the Huawei Online Store and all Huawei Experience Stores. Or pop into selected retailers and pick up the Huawei Nova 13i for R349pm x 36 months.