Professor John M. Lamola, appointed Group CEO of SAA

South African Airways has welcomed Professor John M. Lamola’s appointment as Group Chief Executive Officer, following approval by Minister of Transport, Ms. Barbara Creecy. The Board is confident that Professor […]
SAA welcomes return of Gol Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes codeshare Agreement

The codeshare agreement between South African Airways (SAA) and Rio de Janeiro-based Gol Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes is back in place. This codeshare agreement is open for sale and travel with […]
South African Airways to return to Perth with Johannesburg service

Perth Airport has welcomed the announcement that South African Airways (SAA) will recommence services between Johannesburg and Perth from 28 April 2024. Perth Airport’s Chief Commercial and Aviation Officer Kate […]
South African Airways continues its growth path with launch of Abidjan route

South African Airways (SAA) is set to launch a route to Abidjan in Côte d’Ivoire. This will be its 12th destination on the continent. The route, which is in line […]
SAA to operate leased Boeing 737 on domestic flights

The ongoing expansion of the destinations flown by South African Airways (SAA), as well as industry-wide constraints with aircraft availability, has led SAA to enter into a temporary agreement to […]
SA Tourism upbeat about South American market following SAA’s Sao Paulo flight launch

South African Tourism has welcomed new intercontinental flights to Sao Paulo by South African Airways. The airline announced on June, 29th 2023 that it will start flying to Brazil from […]
South African Airways supports Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit

South African Airways, the flag carrier airline of South Africa has partnered with the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit 2023. The partnership aims to offer discounted airfares to all […]
South African Airways announces fleet expansion to relaunch long haul routes

South African Airways (SAA) is has announced that it has been given the green light for a significant expansion of its fleet to pave the way for the national carrier […]
SA: TBCSA welcomes appointment of Derek Hanekom led interim SAA Board

The Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA) has noted and welcomes the new Board appointments at South African Airways (SAA). This includes the appointment of former tourism minister and […]