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 Lamola’s appointment marks a turning point for SAA’s long-term financial health, who has the skill, track record, leadership skills, insight, and vision to guide the […]
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 immediate effect. This is a renewal of the SAA/Gol Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes agreement that was suspended during the Covid-19 pandemic. SAA’s Chief Commercial Officer, Mr […]
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 Holsgrove said that it was great to see South African Airways back in Perth after three years following the impacts of the pandemic. “The non-stop […]
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 with the airline’s plans to grow its footprint in Africa, will be operated via Accra using its modern Airbus A330-300 with full-lie flat business class […]
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 operate a fully serviced leased aircraft for a limited period. Commencing Sunday, 9th July 23, SAA will operate certain domestic routes using a leased Boeing […]
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 Cape Town on Tuesday, 31st October, and from Johannesburg on Monday, 6th November 2023. Reacting to the new route addition, the CEO of South African […]
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 delegates travelling to Namibia from various destinations serviced by SAA to the Summit. The Summit is scheduled for 31 May 2023 to 02 June 2023 […]
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 to relaunch international routes and increase seat capacity for its regional and domestic destinations. Interim CEO, Professor John Lamola, says the airline’s plan to lease […]
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 tourism investment envoy, Mr Derek Hanekom as chairman of the board. Hanekom has previously displayed an impeccable record of clean governance and a passion for […]
