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Third tragic crash prompts Gauteng officials to consider formal inquiry into bus disaster
A devastating bus crash in Ekurhuleni that claimed 13 lives and left 77 injured has prompted Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and local officials to consider a formal inquiry, marking a tragic week that has seen three separate transport accidents in the region.
Gauteng police arrest Paraguayan drug mule at OR Tambo Airport
The alleged Paraguayan drug mule is the 14th person arrested since the SA Police Service intensified drug trafficking efforts from September.
OR Tambo Airport drug traffickers feeling the heat
In the latest incident on Sunday, a 21-year-old South African woman was nabbed for alleged drug trafficking in a joint operation between police and SA Revenue Service (Sars) customs at the airport.
Leading hotel group launches luxury boutique hotel in OR Tambo International Airport district
The property introduces an exceptional blend of elegance, comfort and world-class amenities, featuring two and three bedroom luxury apartments, and standard and premium rooms.
COMMENT: Death at King Shaka International Airport raises alarms over inadequate emergency protocols
A passenger’s death at the King Shaka International Airport has raised questions around safety and emergency protocol at some of country’s so-called award winning airports.
Two travellers die at South Africa's major airports, ACSA confirms
The airports company also confirmed that an unidentified male passenger passed away at King Shaka International Airport.
Police to probe deaths of travellers at O R Tambo and King Shaka International Airports
ORTIA officials were alerted to a person that had fallen from parking Level 5 to the ground level at about 3. 10pm.
Avis relaunches chauffeured transfer service
After being negatively impacted by Covid-19, the car hire solution announced the return of its safe and reliable chauffeured transfer solution.
Emirates celebrates return of its second daily service on the Dubai-Johannesburg route with Ellis Park fly-past
The impressive aerial feat followed months of thorough and cross-functional planning between stakeholders including multiple teams at Emirates, South African Civil Aviation Authority and Airports Company South Africa.
MEC Maile ecstatic over historic Lufthansa direct flight between Munich and Johannesburg
Lufthansa will operate three weekly flights between Johannesburg and Munich,
Lufthansa returns to South Africa with nonstop flight from Johannesburg to Munich after 19-year hiatus
This service expands Lufthansa’s footprint in South Africa with the airlines now set to offer a total of 34 weekly connections to Europe from South Africa in the upcoming winter schedule.
LOOK: Emirates makes history with A380 flypast at Springboks-All Blacks showdown
With a shared love for rugby, Emirates flew the world’s largest commercial passenger aircraft over Emirates Airline Park, just before kick-off of the much-anticipated Springboks vs All Blacks Castle Lager Rugby Championship Test.
Air navigation entity works on turnaround as SA airspace risks downgrade
Industry sources said that South African airspace was at the risk of downgrades by international watchdogs due to a “festival of errors” varying from poor maintenance of runway lights to the recent suspension of ATNS, which force airlines to incur additional expenses in alternative arrangements.
Brazilian national entering SA caught with cocaine wrapped around his body
Risclift Tadue Ramos, 36, admitted via an interpreter he was in possession of drugs.
Cape Town International and OR Tambo International among the world’s Top 10 best airports
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has congratulated both airports for soaring to greater heights of airport excellence.
Cape Town International and OR Tambo International rank among the top 10 of the world’s best airports
Airports Company South Africa are delighted that two of its major airports, Cape Town International Airport and OR Tambo International Airport have made the top 10 list of the world’s best airports, according to AirHelp.
ANEW Hotel & Convention Centre is now open near OR Tambo International Airport
ANEW Hotel & Convention Centre OR Tambo Johannesburg is set to become a flagship property within the ANEW Hotels and Resorts portfolio, reflecting the group's dedication to excellence and innovation in the domestic hospitality sector.
New terminal at OR Tambo airport to support air cargo traffic growth
Despite facing challenges such as high fuel prices and limited connectivity within the continent, Africa’s air cargo traffic is set for growth in the coming years and Acsa has set its sights on developing infrastructure to keep up with demand.
WATCH: American traveller shocked by the 'modernity' of SA malls, netizens react
Netizens question American traveller on why he chose to move to South Africa following ‘condescending’ remarks.
ACSA reassures passengers of safe travel following bomb scare at Cape Town International Airport
According to ACSA, the threat was an isolated incident and successfully managed by SAPS and the relevant law enforcement.
SAPS Bomb Squad deployed to Cape Town International Airport amid security threat
The SAPS Bomb Squad was deployed to CTIA earlier on Thursday evening after the crew of the departing flight FA102 was alerted to a possible security threat.
25 foreigners caught trying to enter country illegally at OR Tambo International Airport
The airport management confirmed that these foreign nationals arrived on various flights and destinations, including from Qatar and Togo.
Technicians working to resolve baggage sorting challenges at OR Tambo International Airport
Network related issues have been attributed to OR Tambo’s baggage sorting challenges.
‘Paramedics took far too long to arrive,’ ACSA responds to DA’s Chris Pappas’ claims over medical emergency at OR Tambo International Airport
ACSA has responded to the Democratic Alliance’s Christopher Pappas’ complaint that they took long to attend to a sick traveller.
Connecting you to your next experience: celebrating 30 years of ACSA and democracy
South Africa’s celebration of three decades of democracy coincides with Airports Company South Africa marking its 30th anniversary.