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Home Affairs planning big changes for ID and passports in South Africa
In the week marking 100 days in office for the Government of National Unity (GNU), Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber has announced a new five-year strategic vision to transform Home Affairs...
Southern Sun secures leases for prime Durban beachfront hotels, plans R1bn investment
Hotels giant Southern Sun Limited has secured a 50-year lease for prime properties on the Durban beachfront, which houses its 734-room Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani hotel. The deal with...
SAA with more flights between Johannesburg and Harare
South African flag carrier, South African Airways (SAA), has announced that it will increase the number of flights to Harare in Zimbabwe to cater for the growing demand. According to the airline,...
Uber now offers $200 safari experiences in South Africa
Tired of pizza and taxi rides? Uber users can now book to go on a safari with the mobility and delivery app. Bucket list adventures A South African game reserve and safari operator has partnered...
Airlines to avoid Lebanese and Israeli airspace until 31 October following EU recommendation
The European Commission and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) are recommending all airlines to avoid the Lebanese and Israeli airspace. Following the recent spike in military...
Qantas to introduce the A380 on the SYD to JNB route
• First ever A380 flights between South Africa and Australia take off • Extra 130,000 seats per year • Reintroduction of First Class and doubling of Premium Economy seats Travellers will make...
Air France to introduce free wifi across its fleet
Air France has become the latest airline to announce plans for free inflight wifi. The flag carrier is partnering with SpaceX’s Starlink to roll out high-speed inflight connectivity, with the first...
Airlink increases flights from Johannesburg to Beira, Mozambique
South African regional carrier Airlink has announced an increase in its service between Johannesburg's OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) and Beira Airport (BEW) in Mozambique. Effective...
Air France enhances passenger experience with latest travel improvements
Air France has implemented several changes in a bid to enhance its passenger experience. This includes the naming of their Premium Economy, which was launched in 2009, to just Premium. “Designed so...