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Etihad now gives golfers free luggage allowance
Etihad Airways is now allowing golfers to bring their golf clubs free of charge on flights to the UAE.
New baggage rules for OR Tambo
As from March 25, new rules for checked baggage will be applied at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.
SA Express has added a second frequency from Johannesburg to Mthatha
SA Express (SAX) has added a second frequency from Johannesburg to Mthatha, which started on February 25.
OR Tambo unveils plans for a revamp
OR Tambo International Airport has unveiled plans for a R4,5bn development project to make upgrades to its Western Precinct, which will acquire new offices, retail space, hotel and conference facilities and additional transit-related services.
USA Visa Delays
The next available US visa application appointments at the Durban and Cape Town centres are on January 29 and February 4 respectively. Find out more
SAA seat capacity loss threatens JHB hub status
Johannesburg is at threat of losing its hub status due to the fact that SAA has lost more than 13% of its international seat capacity between March and September this year.
UAE eases visa regulations for visitors
The UAE announced a relaxation in existing legislation for those visiting the country.
British Airways increases capacity to Johannesburg
British Airways has started four new weekly services between London and Johannesburg on Sunday (October 28) increasing the number of direct flights between the cities to 18 a week. Find out more.
Taking Medication to the United Arab Emirates
In October 2018, the UAE government introduced additional requirements for people travelling to or via the nation with certain medications. Here’s how it can affect you if you are travelling to or via the UAE and on medication
Double your rewards on your On Business programme with British Airways
On Business members who travel on British Airways international flights or British Airways operated by Comair domestic and regional services between now and December 31 will collect double points on up to five return flights or 10 one-way sectors.
Tanzania Airports Authority introduces new security fee for air travel
The Tanzania Airport Authority (TAA) has introduced a new security fee on all domestic and international flights in the country as of 1 October 2018.
Free WiFi to be made available at Acsa airports by year end
Airports Company South Africa (Acsa) has announced that free WiFi will be made available at all Acsa airports before the end of 2018. Acsa airports include OR Tambo, Cape Town, King Shaka, Bram Fischer, Port Elizabeth International and more.