Sawubona July/August 2026

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JULY/AUGUST 2026

There are few places in South Africa where silence feels this expansive.

18 Walking in Madiba’s footsteps A guide to Nelson Mandela heritage sites

A Fashion’s new global runway

34 Shaping the future of African aviation Africa’s aviation sector is entering a de ning moment

38 Travelling through the screen

In an age when we can travel through our screens, the cities that appear in our favourite series become coveted destinations

44 Women in wine

These women-led wine estates and wine brands from the Western Cape and further a eld are shifting the balance in the South African wine industry.

82 Tables of change

In this curated map, we share 10 exceptional women-owned establishments

52 Spring fashion trends

Heritage, sustainability and modernism meet

CONNECTING AFRICA TO THE WORLD

55 The latest news from SAA, ight information, routes, and travel tips

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South continuesAirwaysAfrican its journey

of renewal, guided by purpose, strengthened through partnerships, and firmly focused on you, our valued customers.

Aviation remains a vital enabler of connecting people and places to business and leisure, supporting Africa’s continued growth and global engagement.

From our Johannesburg hub, travellers can seamlessly access some of the most remarkable destinations in South Africa. Among them is the Western Cape, home to landscapes that offer both natural beauty and a sense of quiet escape. In just under four hours, one can experience the extraordinary De Hoop Nature Reserve.

De Hoop is more than a destination; it is an experience. A place where the pace of life slows, and where nature unfolds in its purest form. During the winter months, the waters come alive with southern right whales, visible from the shore, a rare and humbling encounter that reflects both the scale and serenity of the natural world.

This year marked a moment of collective pride as South Africa’s national football team, Bafana Bafana, stepped out onto the global stage at the FIFA World Cup 2026, and made history by playing in a knock out round against Canada. Although we did not win, we congratulate the team for showcasing exceptional skill, resilience, and passion on the world stage. SAA is honoured to continue to support the national team and sporting events worldwide. Our commitment is a reminder that travel is more than movement — it is a bridge that connects nations, cultures, and shared stories.

As we celebrate Women’s Month in South Africa this August, we recognise the outstanding contribution of women across aviation and society, from pilots and engineers to cabin crew, air traffic professionals, and leaders across the industry, including SAA’s Chairperson, Sedzani Mudau, and the members of the board featured on page 56.

We acknowledge our female workforce for their talent, resilience, and leadership, which continue to shape the future of aviation.

Our recent engagement with continental partners at key industry forums has reaffirmed the significant opportunities ahead for African aviation. While the global aviation environment continues to evolve, our approach remains measured, resilient, and forward-looking.

Above all, our commitment is grounded in safety, reliability, and trust. These are the foundations that define the experience we offer and the relationships we build with our customers and partners across the world.

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I am the kind of traveller

who prefers everything done well before departure. Documents printed. Confirmations saved twice. Bags mentally packed days in advance. I admire people who can throw a few things into a suitcase the night before and head to the airport with complete calm. I am not one of them.

As I prepare for a trip to South Korea with friends, I have found myself once again caught between excitement and anxiety — particularly in this age of online bookings, digital forms, and electronic everything. For many in my generation, travel used to involve a trusted travel agent, paper tickets, and face-to-face reassurance. Today, one missed email attachment or unchecked online form can feel catastrophic.

At one point, feeling slightly overwhelmed by visas, uploads, and whether I had truly “crossed every ‘t’ and dotted every ‘i’”, I called my daughter abroad for help. Like so many modern family moments, our conversation unfolded over WhatsApp — screenshots flying back and forth, confirmations double-checked in different time zones, and her calmly reassuring me that yes, everything was in order. It struck me then how much travel has changed, but also how connection remains at the centre of it.

There is comfort in knowing someone is helping you navigate the unfamiliar, whether it is a daughter guiding a parent through online documentation or friends planning an adventure together. Perhaps that is why travel matters so deeply. Beyond the destinations, it reminds us that we rarely journey entirely alone.

This July/August issue of Sawubona embraces that spirit of discovery and connection. It celebrates not only where we go, but everything that happens before we even board the aircraft — the anticipation, the preparation, the nervous excitement, and the stories already beginning to unfold.

By the time you read this, I hope to be somewhere in the vibrant energy of South Korea, hopefully with all documents safely in hand. Until then, happy travels. May your own journey aboard SAA to your next destination be filled with wonder.

UNTIL NEXT TIME.

Ingrid Jones & the team

KOGELBERG: THE CAPE FLORAL KINGDOM’S ALL-SEASON WONDER

Throughout the year, Kogelberg Nature Reserve offers the perfect escape for both tourists and locals. Wherever you look, breathtaking natural beauty surrounds you, creating an unforgettable experience in every season.

Winter brings the fresh scent of rain and transforms the landscape with waterfalls flowing down the mountain slopes. Spectacular fynbos covers the reserve, which is also home to thousands of plant species found within this remarkable environment. Around every corner, visitors are inspired by the reserve’s beauty and serenity.

In spring, vibrant wildflowers paint the landscape in stunning colours, creating picture-perfect views across the reserve. Rich in history, biodiversity, and conservation, Kogelberg offers endless opportunities for photography, sometimes complemented by sightings of the area’s diverse species.

During the warmer months, hikers can cool off in the crystal-clear mountain pools along the Palmiet River Walk or unwind at the eco-friendly pools near the reserve’s eco-cabins. Birdwatching, mountain biking, picnicking, and scenic coastal drives that lead to potential whale sightings are just another reason to love Kogelberg, all year-round.

Accommodation options cater to a variety of travellers, from the secluded honeymoon suite, ideal for romantic getaways, to modern eco-cabins designed for families and groups. Choose between two, four, and six-sleeper units. These spacious, modernised cabins allow guests to immerse themselves in nature while surrounded by colourful blooms and lush mountain scenery.

A visit to Kogelberg is an invitation to reconnect with nature. Cosy, comfortable, and spectacular year-round. This nature reserve showcases the extraordinary biodiversity of the Cape Floral Kingdom, and leaves visitors with a lasting sense of peace and tranquillity. Open all year long for leisure, adventure, and a deeper bond with nature.

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There are few places in South Africa where silence feels this expansive. The landscape stretches uninterrupted – limestone cliffs, shifting dunes, and fynbos plains that seem to hum with an ancient memory.

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DE HOOP

IN A PROVINCE RICH WITH COASTAL DESTINATIONS

– from the buzz of Camps Bay to the Garden Route – De Hoop Collection holds an important place. Untouched wilderness. Just a few hours from Cape Town, tucked within De Hoop Nature Reserve, De Hoop Collection is one of those rare destinations that manages to be everything at once: it offers an easy, immersive escape into a landscape defined by dunes, wetlands, fynbos, antelope, birds and a coastline that ranks among the best whale-watching sites in the world.

A visit to De Hoop should be unhurried. From the moment you enter the main gate and you spot the white dunes shimmering in the distance taking in the vast landscape, you know something special lies ahead. In our vehicle, the click of computer keyboards fell silent (work mode was still on during the approximately threehour drive from Cape Town), phones were lowered from checking social media updates, and the chatter muted as we eagerly awaited the first sighting of our accommodation and a welcome glass of bubbly.

Our group of six women was evenly spread out between the luxury suites in the heart of the reserve and the newly refurbished villa outside the walls of the homestead. Zebras were lazily grazing in the underbrush near the suites, a few ostriches flap-flapped their wings in the midday heat and a few bontebokke stared at us with wide eyes as we disembarked from the minivan.

De Hoop isn’t about ticking boxes. It’s about allowing yourself the space to enfold and decide what you want to do when the day announces itself. It’s a place where mornings start with birdsong, days unfold outdoors, and evenings settle into something slower and more connected.

All our meals took place at the villa where we had a whole team taking care of our food and drinks throughout the day and early evenings. Some of us

explored the grounds with daily walks on the many paths; some went on a hiking adventure to the vulture deck on Potberg Mountain (oneand-a-half hour hike to the top) to view the endangered cape vultures swooping across the valley, and I, because of a knee problem, was taken on an excursion of the property.

The land is vast with no big trees, mostly fynbos hence only antelope, zebras, ostriches and 260 bird species. The two things that captured my interest were the vlei and The Origins of Early Southern Sapiens Behaviour exhibition. The vlei is a 16 kilometre-long protected sanctuary, where pelicans and flamingos form the perfect backdrop to a slow, sunset picnic cruise.

The Origins of Early Southern Sapiens Behaviour exhibition is not a traditional museum or exhibition. It is a sensory journey into what it means to be human, a place where landscape and storytelling meet.

The reserve itself with its vast dunes, fynbos plains, and whale-rich coastline becomes part of the narrative. De Hoop is not just a backdrop; it is the story. This coastline, where southern right whales return each year, and these plains, shaped over millennia, ground the narrative in something tangible.

Inside, the immersive experience uses light, sound, and projection to explore the origins, evolution, and shared future of Homo sapiens. Think moving visuals, layered soundscapes, and moments designed to slow you down and make you reflect rather than rush through. It’s a reminder that long before cities, politics, or election cycles, there was simply survival, adaptation, and connection to the land. The experience unfolds through the narrator, light, sound, and movement: a carefully constructed sensory journey that traces the arc of human existence, from our earliest origins to the present moment.

Stay a night, or two. Walk the dunes at first light. Cycle through the reserve. Watch the horizon for the telltale breach of a whale in season.There are few places in South Africa where silence feels this expansive. The landscape stretches uninterrupted – limestone cliffs, shifting dunes, and fynbos plains that seem to hum with an ancient memory.

ABOVE: The De Hoop Villa at Opstaal. BOTTOM LEFT: De Hoop offers self-guided day trails suitable for intermediate to advanced riders. BOTTOM RIGHT: Southern Right whales come so close to the shoreline that visitors can relax on the un-spoilt sand dunes and watch them.

What visitors can expect

CONSERVATION MEETS TOURISM

The Collection operates within a protected reserve, meaning tourism directly supports conservation. Visitors are contributing to the preservation of biodiversity, from fynbos ecosystems to marine life.

LAND-BASED WHALE WATCHING

Unlike many destinations that do boat trips, here the June to November southern right whale season unfolds from dunes and cliffs, making it both accessible and low-impact.

A STAY FOR EVERY KIND OF TRAVELLER

De Hoop Collection is designed for togetherness without pressure. With flexible accommodation and shared outdoor experiences, it’s designed for connection, not just consumption. The layout (with cottages clustered around the Opstal area near the restaurant and facilities) makes it easy to conect, while still allowing privacy when needed. Multi-generational groups can find both shared and separate spaces. From self-catering cottages and village style houses to luxury suites and fully serviced villas there’s flexibility for every budget and group dynamic. Expect two- and three-bedroom cotages ideal for families and small groups; larger houses and villas like the off-grid De Mond Villa for exclusive-use stays; manor house suites and catered lodges for an indulgent break; rondavels perched on the vlei’s edge for a romantic couple’s weekend.

OUTDOOR PLAYGROUND

•• Hiking and walking trails through the fynbos or along the coast

•• Cycling and mountain biking

•• Whale watching (June–November)

•• Snorkelling in rock pools

•• Birdlife and wildlife encounters

•• Guided marine walks and an amazing vulture experience

•• Spa, swimming pool, tennis court and on-site restaurant www.dehoopcollection.com

RIVER CRUISE

On our way back to Cape Town, we stopped at Stanford for a cruise on the Lady Stanford down the Klein River as a goodbye to the ladies on a trip well spent.

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WALKING IN MADIBA'S FOOTSTEPS

Few leaders have shaped the identity of a nation as profoundly as Nelson Mandela. From rural beginnings in the Eastern Cape to 27 years in prison and, ultimately, the president of a democratic South Africa, Mandela’s life story is deeply woven into the country’s landscape.

Across South Africa, heritage sites connected to Madiba’s life form a powerful journey through history, from the villages where he spent his childhood to the prison where he became a global symbol of freedom. For travellers, visiting these places is a chance to understand the struggle for democracy and the enduring legacy of reconciliation.

THE EASTERN CAPE

•• Where the story began

To understand Mandela’s roots, travellers must visit the rural landscapes of the Eastern Cape. Mvezo is Mandela’s birthplace, a small village on the banks of the Mbashe River.Visitors can explore the Nelson Mandela Birthplace Museum, an open-air site that offers an authentic look at his humble beginnings and the ruins of the original Mandela homestead. It is here that his inkaba (umbilical cord) is buried, a sacred Xhosa tradition linking him forever to this land.

Nearby Qunu is where he spent his most formative childhood years, the place he described as the setting of his happiest memories, and where he was later laid to rest. The Nelson Mandela Youth and Heritage Centre is built on the site of his former primary school, and features interactive exhibits of his early life. Visitors can also view the “sliding rock” where a young Mandela used to play and slide with his friends.

After his father died, 12-yearold Mandela became a ward of the Thembu regent, Chief Jongintaba Dalindyebo, at Mqhekezweni. It was here that he witnessed traditional Xhosa leadership and consensual governance, which heavily influenced his later political philosophy. Visitors can stop by the rondavels and the church where he was baptised.

In Mtatha, the Bhunga Building serves as a primary site for the Nelson Mandela Museum. It houses the “Long Walk to Freedom” exhibition, which uses his own words to chronicle his journey from a rural boy to a global statesman. In addition, visitors can view a vast collection of gifts and awards bestowed upon him by world leaders and ordinary citizens during his presidency. The museum also forms part of the Mandela Route, a heritage trail linking the places that shaped his early years.

The University of Fort Hare in Alice where Mandela enrolled in 1939 was then the only Western-style university for black Africans in the country. This is where his political consciousness truly began to form and where he first met lifelong friend and comrade Oliver Tambo.

Route 67 in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) is an urban heritage trail in the Donkin Reserve with 67 public artworks, each representing a year Mandela dedicated to the struggle for freedom.

SOWETO

•• The political heart of the struggle

In Soweto, visitors can explore the home where Mandela lived before his imprisonment. Mandela House, located on Vilakazi Street, has been preserved as a museum displaying photographs, memorabilia and letters from his years in exile and prison.

Vilakazi Street itself is historic. It is the only street in the world to have housed two Nobel Peace Prize winners: Mandela and Desmond Tutu. Today it is a lively cultural hub filled

with restaurants, markets and street performers.

THE CAPTURE SITE

•• Where history turned

Near Howick in KwaZulu-Natal stands the Nelson Mandela Capture Site, marking the place where Mandela was arrested on 5 August 1962. Today the site features an arresting sculpture made of 50 steel columns that align to form Mandela’s face when viewed from a specific angle – a powerful metaphor for perspective and freedom. A modern museum explains the events that led to Mandela’s imprisonment and the global movement that eventually secured his release.

ROBBEN ISLAND

•• The prison that changed the world

The most powerful Mandela site is Robben Island, the prison where

Mandela spent 18 of his 27 years of incarceration. Located in Table Bay, the island now operates as a museum and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors travel by ferry from the V&A Waterfront before touring the prison with guides, many of whom are former political prisoners.

Mandela’s small cell, the limestone quarry where inmates laboured and the stark prison corridors offer a sobering glimpse into the realities of apartheid-era imprisonment.

THE UNION BUILDINGS

•• The Presidency

The journey through Mandela’s life culminates in Pretoria at the Union Buildings where he was inaugurated as South Africa’s first democratically elected president on 10 May 1994. Today a towering bronze statue of Mandela stands in the gardens, arms outstretched in a gesture of unity and reconciliation. Visitors gather here to reflect on the extraordinary transformation that followed decades of struggle.

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Breakfast with giraffe by the window at Giraffe Manor, Nairobi.

A short stopover with a big safari story.

NAIROBI

DAY 1

•• WILDLIFE AT THE CITY’S EDGE

MORNING

Start early with a sunrise game drive in Nairobi National Park. Just minutes from the city centre, the park o ers an extraordinary chance to see lions, rhinos, gira es and bu alo, with Nairobi’s skyline in the background.

LATE MORNING

Continue to David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where rescued baby elephants are cared for before returning to the wild. Watching the young elephants during feeding time is one of the most memorable wildlife experiences in Kenya.

LUNCH

Head to the leafy suburb of Karen for lunch at a garden café or lodge restaurant – a tranquil contrast to the morning’s safari adventure.

AFTERNOON

Visit the Karen Blixen Museum, the former home of the

Out of Africa

Round o the afternoon at the Gira e Centre, where endangered Rothschild’s gira es can be fed from a raised platform.

EVENING

Return to the city for dinner in Westlands, Nairobi’s buzzing nightlife district, where rooftop restaurants and cocktail bars overlook the glittering skyline.

DAY 2

•• CULTURE AND CONTEMPORARY NAIROBI

MORNING

Begin the day at the Nairobi National Museum, which o ers a fascinating introduction to Kenya’s natural history, archaeology and art. Then explore the colourful Maasai Market, where local artisans sell beadwork, textiles and handmade jewellery.

LUNCH

Enjoy a relaxed lunch at a contemporary Nairobi café –the city has developed a thriving co ee culture thanks to Kenya’s world-class beans.

AFTERNOON

Spend the afternoon browsing galleries and boutiques in neighbourhoods like Karen or Westlands, where designers and artists are rede ning Nairobi as one of Africa’s creative capitals.

EVENING

End your stay with sunset drinks overlooking the city skyline. As the lights begin to sparkle across Nairobi, it becomes clear why this vibrant capital remains the gateway to East Africa’s greatest safari adventures.

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Fashion’s new global runway

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From the colourful swirl of Ankara prints in Balogun Market to the polished runways of international fashion weeks, Lagos has become one of the most influential style capitals in the world. Designers here are reimagining African textiles, tailoring and storytelling in ways that resonate far beyond West Africa. This is where tradition meets bold experimentation and where designers are redefining what global fashion looks like.

Few events have elevated Lagos’s fashion influence like Lagos Fashion Week. Founded in 2011, the annual showcase has become the continent’s premier fashion platform, launching emerging designers and connecting them with global buyers and media. Another high-profile showcase, Arise Fashion Week, has drawn international attention with star-studded runways and collaborations that place African design firmly on the global stage.

These events have transformed Lagos into a fashion destination where creativity, commerce and culture intersect.

And at the heart of Lagos fashion are textiles rich with cultural meaning. Ankara, the brightly patterned cotton fabric worn across West Africa, has become a global symbol of African style. Designers reinterpret its bold motifs in silhouettes, transforming everyday cloth into couture.

Equally important is aso-oke, a handwovenYoruba textile traditionally used for ceremonial garments. Contemporary designers are incorporating the fabric into jackets, dresses and accessories, blending heritage with modern design.

Fashion in Lagos honours the past while pushing confidently into the future. >

How Nigeria’s style capital is shaping the future of African fashion.

FIVE LAGOS DESIGNERS TO WATCH

•• LISA FOLAWIYO

A pioneer of modern African luxury fashion, Folawiyo transformed Ankara fabric into high-end couture through intricate embellishment and tailoring. Her work has helped rede ne how traditional West African textiles are viewed on the global fashion stage.

•• KENNETH IZE

Known for championing the handwoven Yoruba textile aso-oke, Ize collaborates with traditional weavers to create contemporary garments with international appeal. His designs have appeared on major global runways, bringing Nigerian craftsmanship to a worldwide audience.

•• ADEBAYO OKE-LAWAL

Founder of Orange Culture, Oke-Lawal’s label challenges traditional gender norms through uid silhouettes and expressive prints. His collections combine storytelling, art and activism, making Orange Culture one of Africa’s most progressive fashion voices.

•• TOKYO JAMES

Celebrated for sharply tailored menswear with a contemporary edge, Tokyo James bridges African identity with European craftsmanship. His designs explore themes of masculinity, heritage and cultural duality.

•• MAI ATAFO

One of Nigeria’s leading luxury designers,Atafo is known for elegant tailoring and sophisticated bridal and eveningwear. His label represents the polished side of Lagos fashion, where craftsmanship meets timeless style.

WHERE TO SHOP LAGOS FASHION

•• TEMPLE MUSE LAGOS

A sophisticated concept store in Victoria Island showcasing leading African designers alongside lifestyle pieces and art. It’s one of Lagos’s most polished fashion destinations and a favourite among fashion insiders.

•• ALÁRA LAGOS

A celebrated concept store blending fashion, art and design in a striking building designed by architect David Adjaye. It showcases both Nigerian and international designers and is considered a cultural destination as much as a boutique.

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AFRAA 14TH AVIATION STAKEHOLDERS’ CONVENTION

SHAPING THE FUTURE OF AFRICAN AVIATION

Africa’s aviation sector is entering a defining moment.

BY Vimla Maistry

Acontinent alive with momentum - driven by a dynamic young population, rapid urbanisation, digital transformation, and expanding intra-African trade - is increasingly positioning aviation as a critical enabler of economic growth and regional integration.

This new reality formed the backdrop of the 14th Aviation Stakeholders’ Convention and 3rd African Aviation Security

Summit in Johannesburg, hosted by South African Airways (SAA) in partnership with the African Airlines Association (AFRAA).

Welcoming delegates from across the continent and beyond, Acting Group CEO Matshela Seshibe underscored both the urgency and the opportunity facing African aviation, noting that collaboration is no longer optional but essential for survival and long-term competitiveness.

THE POWER OF PARTNERSHIPS

Under the theme “Resilient African Aviation: Partnerships, Empowerment & Profitability”, the Convention emphasised a clear and consistent message: the future of African aviation lies in collaboration.

AFRAA continues to play a central role in advancing this agenda, enabling African airlines to collectively advocate for improved connectivity, harmonised regulation, and fairer operating conditions on the global stage.

For SAA, this partnership is both strategic and necessary. The airline’s recovery journey, focused on rebuilding a resilient and commercially sustainable national carrier, is closely linked to the broader success of the African aviation ecosystem.

As highlighted during the Convention, strategic partnerships, including code-share agreements, alliances, and shared technical capabilities, are fundamental to unlocking scale and improving connectivity across the continent.

RESILIENCE IN A COMPLEX ENVIRONMENT

A central theme emerging from the discussions was the evolving definition of resilience.

No longer limited to crisis recovery, resilience today encompasses financial discipline, operational agility, leadership capability, and long-term institutional strength. African airlines are operating in an environment defined by volatility, from fluctuating fuel prices to currency instability and rising customer expectations that require a more disciplined and data-driven approach to decisionmaking.

At the same time, the sector faces a growing shortage of critical skills, including pilots, engineers, and technical specialists, highlighting the importance of investing in the next generation of aviation professionals.

UNLOCKING INTRAAFRICAN CONNECTIVITY

Perhaps the most significant opportunity identified during the Convention is the potential to unlock intra-African connectivity.

Despite progress, initiatives such as the Single African Air Transport Market remain under-realised, with regulatory fragmentation and market protectionism continuing to limit growth. Greater harmonisation, liberalisation, and cooperation will be key to enabling efficient air transport, which is critical for trade, tourism, and broader economic integration across the continent.

As emphasised throughout the discussions, Africa cannot fully realise its economic potential without a well-connected aviation network.

A SHARED VISION FOR THE FUTURE

Hosting this landmark Convention in Johannesburg, South Africa’s economic hub, reinforced the country’s role as a key gateway for African aviation and a facilitator of continental dialogue.

The gathering brought together policymakers, regulators, operators, manufacturers, and innovators, the collective architects of Africa’s aviation future. As Seshibe noted, platforms like these are essential for driving collaboration, innovation, and coordinated action across the industry.

BUILDING THE FUTURE — TOGETHER

The message from AFRAA 2026 is clear: African aviation is at a turning point.

Aviation has evolved into a key driver of economic growth, regional integration, and global competitiveness.

Realising this potential will require bold leadership, stronger partnerships, regulatory alignment, and sustained investment in infrastructure, skills, and innovation.

Above all, it calls for a shared commitment, because the future of African aviation is not something we wait for, but something we build together.

SCREEN

In an age when we can travel through our screens, the cities that appear in our favourite series become coveted destinations. Here, we journey through a selection of SAA destinations and those of its codeshare partners that take centre stage on global streaming platforms; places we seem to know even without having visited them, sites that have become iconic thanks to a scene, a shot, or a character.

WORDS FLAVIA TOMAELLO

FROM THE MEDIEVAL CHRONICLERS

who recounted caravans bound for the East, to modern writers who turned their stays into enduring narratives, travel writing has always been a way of expanding the world. Marco Polo charted the Silk Road with words, while Ernest Hemingway transformed his Parisian cafés and Caribbean shores into pages that still allow us to wander cities through the cadence of his gaze. Travel chronicles have always been a bridge between what is lived and what is imagined, between concrete experience and literary evocation.

Today, in a time when mobility multiplies and screens become windows, series fulfill a similar role. They allow us to walk through streets, squares, and landscapes with the intimacy of one who lingers in a café or gets lost in a market. Audiovisual fiction has become a contemporary atlas, a map that guides us toward destinations revealed with the force of imagery and the allure of narrative.

The modern traveller yields to the camera gliding along a Parisian boulevard, to the shot lingering on a London bridge, to the scene unfolding in an Istanbul bazaar. Audiovisual storytelling invites us to

OUR SCREENS HAVE OPENED AN UNEXPECTED MAP, AN ATLAS LEADING US TOWARD TERRITORIES THAT SURPRISE

travel with the same intensity as the chroniclers of old, yet with the immediacy of a screen that lights up anywhere in the world.

Paris, for instance, unfolds its elegance in Lupin, where the Louvre and the bridges of the Seine become the stage for a gentleman thief; its sophistication in Call My Agent!, which opens the doors to cultural life among theatres and film sets; and its touristic charm in Emily in Paris, strolling through cafés in Montmartre and boutiques in Le Marais. London reinvents itself in Sherlock, turning its streets into enigmas and showcasing the mythical 221B Baker Street; in Top Boy, portraying the communal energy of East London’s neighborhoods with their markets and squares; and in Slow Horses,

revealing a bureaucratic and political London through gray offices and corridors of power. Istanbul appears as a crossroads of cultures in The Protector, traversing Hagia Sophia and historic bazaars; as an intimate space in Fatma, delving into the everyday life of its popular districts; and as a social mosaic in Ethos, exposing cultural diversity from conservative families to intellectual cafés.

EMERGING AND VIBRANT LANDSCAPES

Screens have opened an unexpected map, an atlas leading us toward territories that surprise with their vitality and the way they unfold in fiction. Where the traditional traveller once sought established routes, the gaze now expands toward cities that become unexpected protagonists, landscapes that burst forth with force and transform into new windows for the curious explorer. This is precisely what happens with Johannesburg, which unfolds in Queen Sono through sweeping views of the Nelson Mandela Bridge, the neighbourhoods of Soweto, and the avenues of Sandton’s financial district. The city vibrates between modern skyscrapers and streets pulsing with history, revealing cafés where cultures intersect and urban spaces that become the stage for a woman moving through the metropolis with determination. In Savage Beauty, the city emerges as a place of contrasts, with elegant mansions in the hills of Houghton and vistas showcasing South Africa’s architectural richness. Johannesburg appears as a mosaic of modernity and tradition, a destination opening itself to the traveller with a promise of intensity and diversity.

Nairobi becomes a fascinating setting in Sense8, where the city is portrayed as a global meeting point. Its streets brim with energy in Toi Market, painted matatus traverse avenues that become symbols of identity, and the camera lingers on the University of Nairobi and residential neighbourhoods that reveal daily life. In Country Queen, the Kenyan capital unfolds between the urban and the rural, alternating the city’s vibrancy with the serenity of nearby fields, showing plantations and villages coexisting with the modernity of Westlands and Kilimanjaro. Nairobi presents itself as a destination that blends roots and future, a place inviting discovery of East Africa’s richness. > IMAGES: istockphoto.com; supplied

Singapore appears in the Korean adaptation of Little Women as a setting of sophistication and drama. The city reveals itself through its futuristic skyline, with Marina Bay Sands rising as an icon, Gardens by the Bay glowing like living sculptures, and the avenues of Orchard Road turning into runways of fashion and consumption. The contrasts between contemporary architecture and the traditional temples of Chinatown make Singapore a destination that astonishes with its ability to weave innovation and memory together. The series presents it as a place where personal stories intertwine with an urban landscape, dazzling in its aesthetic precision.

EVERYDAY TALES IN SOUTHERN LANDS

Screens also lead us toward horizons that emerge with freshness—settings less visible on the global map yet o ering a charming glimpse into everyday life. Australia becomes a continent narrated with subtlety, where stories intertwine with urban landscapes that captivate through their singularity. Melbourne unfolds in Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries with the elegance of tree-lined avenues and Victorian architecture framing each episode. The city appears as a stage of mystery and sophistication, with images of the Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton Gardens, and streets that retain the imprint of the Belle Époque. In Please Like Me, the same city shines

from an intimate and contemporary perspective, with cafés in Fitzroy, parks where characters meet, and homes re ecting the everyday life of a younger generation. The city emerges as a vibrant and approachable space, a destination inviting discovery of the warmth of its cultural and social life.

Sydney takes centre stage in Rake, where it unfolds with the majesty of the Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, and beaches stretching out as symbols of a relaxed way of life. Episodes move through courtrooms, bars, and avenues that reveal the diversity of the metropolis, with images alternating between the intensity of the nancial district and the serenity of Bondi Beach. Sydney appears as a destination that harmonises modernity and nature, a place where urban life opens onto the ocean with a singular energy. Melbourne and Sydney emerge as settings that surprise in their ability to transform routine into narrative, o ering viewers a journey that becomes both aesthetic and emotional experience.

The tradition of travel chronicles, from Marco Polo to Hemingway, that once sought to narrate the world is now revisited by screens, turning each city into a story that opens itself to the traveller with the promise of beauty and discovery. Audiovisual ction becomes a contemporary compass, a map guiding us toward destinations that already inhabit our memory and await exploration with the intensity of a real journey.

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WOMEN

The South African wine industry, once heavily male-dominated, has seen a powerful shift with talented female winemakers now leading worldrenowned estates and establishing their own award-winning labels. From historic pioneers to modern innovators, these women are shaping the future of South African wine through sustainability, transformation, and artistic expression. >

>> RISING STARS AND INDEPENDENT LABELS

•• TRIZANNE BARNARD (TRIZANNE SIGNATURE WINES)

Known for sourcing unique grapes from Elim and Swartland, her label focuses on lesser-known varietals and coastal expressions.

•• NATASHA WILLIAMS (LELIE VAN SARON)

While also a winemaker at Bosman Family Vineyards, her solo project focuses on minimal-intervention Chardonnay and Syrah.

•• SAMANTHA SUDDONS (VINEVENOM)

A specialist in minimal intervention and biodynamics, her Shining Rosé – aged under flor yeast – is highly regarded for its complexity.

>> PIONEERING FIGURES

•• CARMEN STEVENS (CARMEN STEVENS WINES)

A trailblazer who graduated in 1995 as the rst Black South African to study winemaking in the country. She established her winery in 2011 and launched her maiden vintage in 2014. In 2019, she registered the rst 100% Black-owned winery in Stellenbosch. Her labels, such as Petrichor and Julie Rosé, frequently win gold medals at the Michelangelo and Rosé Wine Challenges. She was named Winemaker of the Decade (2018).

•• NTSIKI BIYELA (ASLINA WINES)

One of South Africa’s rst Black female winemakers. After 13 years at Stellekaya, she founded Aslina Wines in 2016, named after her grandmother. She was named Woman Winemaker of the Year in 2009 and currently serves on the board of the Pinotage Youth Development Academy.

•• PRAISY DLAMINI (AMANDLA WINES)

The rst Black woman selected for the prestigious Cape Winemakers Guild (CWG) Protégé Programme. She is now the Managing Director and winemaker for Amandla, part of the HER Wine Collection, a 100% Black female-run collective.

•• NORMA RATCLIFFE (WARWICK WINE ESTATE)

Often called the “First Lady of South African wine”, she was the rst woman to chair the Cape Winemakers Guild (CWG) and founded Warwick Wine Estate in the 1980s.

•• ANDREA MULLINEUX (MULLINEUX & LEEU FAMILY WINES)

A highly decorated winemaker named Winemaker of the Year by Wine Enthusiast in 2016. She is known for her focus on Swartland terroir and Mediterranean varieties.

>> RISING LEADERS AND ENTREPRENEURS

NONGCEBO LANGA (DELHEIM WINES)

Awarded the 2023 Diners Club Young Winemaker of the Year for her Gewürztraminer. She worked her way up from intern to winemaker at Delheim in 2022.

•• SIWELA MASOGA (SIWELA WINES)

A biotechnologist and winemaker who founded Siwela Wines in 2018. She also operates The Urban Winery near O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, bringing a winelands experience to the city.

•• BERENE SAULS (TESSELAARSDAL WINES)

Founded her brand in 2015, named after the historic village where she was born. She has recently acquired land to plant her own vineyards, a signi cant step toward full estate ownership.

•• KIARA SCOTT FARMER (HAZENDAL WINE ESTATE)

A CWG Protégé graduate who previously made wine at Brookdale Estate and now produces minimalintervention wines at Hazendal as their Head Winemaker.

•• ANTOINETTE RAPITSI (REDAMANCY VINEYARD)

Along with her husband, she established this boutique label in Stellenbosch, focusing on complex, layered wines like their vintage Chardonnay.

>> COLLECTIVE EMPOWERMENT

•• THE HER WINE COLLECTION

A 100% Black female-owned business led by Praisy Dlamini and a team of women specialists. They focus on making quality wine accessible, and contribute 2% of pro ts to a scholarship fund for local youth.

•• THE WINE ARC

A dedicated tasting hub that exclusively stocks and promotes Black-owned wine brands, including many of the winemakers listed above.

>> ESTABLISHED ESTATE LEADERS

•• NADIA BARNARDLANGENEGGER (WATERKLOOF)

Lead Winemaker at Waterkloof in Somerset West, she focuses on biodynamic and organic practices to craft elegant, terroir-driven wines.

•• RIANIE STRYDOM (STRYDOM FAMILY WINES)

With over 25 years of experience, she was the fourth woman to join the CWG and currently crafts masterpieces for both Cavalli Estate and her family label.

•• ELUNDA BASSON (STEENBERG VINEYARDS)

A master of sparkling wines (MCC) and Sauvignon Blanc, she is a leading voice for sustainable viticulture.

•• DEBBIE THOMPSON (LE GRAND DOMAINE)

After two decades at Simonsig, she now leads the winemaking at Le Grand Domaine, overcoming the challenges of a boutique environment.

The Mind–Body Connection: Empowerment Through Thought

Many years ago, an oncologist remarked to me, “People with a spiritual practice respond better to treatments.” That statement struck me deeply. Whether it’s faith, meditation, or simply a positive mindset, the state of our minds undeniably influences our health.

Take stress, for example. It’s one of the most common challenges today. When stress rises, our body often reacts at its weakest point—migraines, digestive issues, inflammation, or insomnia. If asked why we’re stressed, we usually point to external situations. Yet stress doesn’t come from the situations themselves, but from our thoughts about them: “What if…?” “This is too much.” “I have no control.” These thoughts trigger feelings of overwhelm, and the body responds accordingly.

The reverse is also true: the body influences the mind. When we feel physically unwell, disappointment and self-pity can creep in. Thoughts like “Why does this always happen to me?” or “It’s not fair” deepen our emotional discomfort. While these reactions may feel natural, they reinforce negativity. By contrast, choosing thoughts such as “I’m giving my body the rest it needs” can shift our perspective and lighten the burden.

The lesson is clear: even in illness or discomfort, a calm and

positive mind helps us endure more lightly and may even support recovery. Our minds belong to us. It is ‘my’ mind and if negative or fearful thoughts have become our default, it’s because we’ve allowed those patterns to form. The question then arises, who is the ‘I’ using the mind? We can say it’s the soul or the spiritual self, who, when awakened, can decide how we want to respond to events and situations, instead of just reacting out of habit. When become aware of ourselves as something more than the body, we develop the inner strength to change those negative habits. Just as we train the body, we can train the mind to create uplifting, empowering thoughts.

This realization is profoundly liberating. It means we are not victims of circumstance. We can direct our inner state, cultivate resilience, and generate feelings that make life fulfilling. By consciously choosing thoughts of gratitude, calm, and strength, we transform not only how we experience challenges but also how our bodies respond to them.

The mind is a powerful ally. When we claim ownership of it, we step into a space of empowerment where life’s difficulties no longer define us. Instead, they become opportunities to practice mastery, resilience, and joy.

Written by Belinda Westcott

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TABLES OF CHANGE

In this curated map, we share 10 exceptional women-owned establishments located across the South African Airways route network.

From the tip of Africa to the docks of Western Australia, these tables represent the cutting edge of global gastronomy.

REVERIE SOCIAL TABLE

CAPE TOWN

led by Julia Hattingh

Chef-owner Julia Hattingh has worked with Margot Janse at Le Quartier Français, Gary Rhodes in London, and Gregory Czarnecki at Waterkloof. Each evening she welcomes guests to sit around her bespoke 18-seater table for a ve-course meal exclusively created for them, paired with carefully selected wines – phones away, strangers welcome. No two evenings are ever the same.

•• Standout experience: five-course communal dinner

CYRA

JOHANNESBURG

led by Candice Philip

Tucked inside The Houghton Hotel, Cyra opened in October 2024 and immediately earned top honours at the 2025 Luxe Awards – Chef of the Year for Philip, and Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year. Standout dishes include braised pork belly with fennel chutney and liquorice purée, and pan-fried seabass with spirulina crisps and lemon gel. Arrive before sunset for the views over the Houghton Golf Course.

•• Standout experience: the eight-course tasting menu

CHISHURU

LONDON

led by Adejoké Bakare

Joké became the rst Black female chef in the UK to earn a Michelin star in 2024. Her dishes showcase cleverly judged spicing and expertly made sauces – such as a take on banga sh stew where top-notch turbot is complemented by the depth and power of a palm nut cream and green crab sauce. The restaurant’s name, Chishuru, means “the silence that descends on the table when the food arrives” in the Hausa language.

•• Standout experience: the banga fish stew

A CASA DO PORCO

SÃO PAULO

co-owned by Janaína Torres

Torres was named The World’s Best Female Chef 2024 and has worked with São Paulo’s government to improve the nutrition of 1.8 million schoolchildren. The restaurant embraces a nose-to-tail philosophy and has earned a Green Michelin Star for its sustainability e orts. The signature Porco Sanzé, slow-roasted for six hours, is the dish not to miss.

•• Standout experience: the porco san zé

NOK BY ALARA

LAGOS

owned by Reni Folawiyo

NOK by Alára is a contemporary African restaurant nestled within a lush bamboo-framed garden, displaying art and design from across the continent. The building was designed by Sir David Adjaye, the Ghanaian-British architect who has since been knighted and won the RIBA Royal Gold Medal. The abula, a traditional Yoruba dish of palm nut soup and egusi, has earned acclaim from the NewYork Times, Vogue, and TheWall Street Journal.

•• Standout experience: the abula

LAMONT’S COTTESLOE

PERTH

co-owned by Kate Lamont

THE ALCHEMIST

NAIROBI

co-founded by Michelle Morgan-Chen

Nairobi’s most celebrated cocktail and food destination,The Alchemist in Westlands is a sprawling garden bar championed by women at every level of its operation. Known for its theatrical small-plates menu using East African botanicals and its boundary-pushing cocktail programme, the musttry is their signature Nairobi Mule – locally distilled gin, fresh rosemary – sipped under the bougainvillea at dusk.

•• Standout experience: the cocktail garden

Kate Lamont discovered a passion for wine and cooking while pursuing a career as a winemaker in the 1980s, and the Lamont family now runs vineyards and restaurants across Western Australia. Lamont’s Cottesloe was awarded a star in the WA Good Food Guide 2025 in its rst year of featuring in the guide. Delicate llets of Shark Bay tempura whiting with shaved fennel and lemon are a reliable staple, while spears of white asparagus dressed in sambal butter and twice-cooked lamb are among the standout sharing plates. Pair everything with a glass from the restaurant’s own Swan Valley SSB.

•• Standout experience: Shark Bay tempura whiting

CANCHITA PERUVIAN CUISINE

SINGAPORE

led by Tamara Chavez

Mexican-born Tamara Chavez is chef and co-owner of Canchita Peruvian Cuisine at Dempsey Hill, which she opened with her husband Daniel Chavez. Trained in Peru at El Mercado under award-winning chef Rafael Osterling, she was named a nalist for Female Chef of the Year at the World Gourmet Awards in 2021 and 2022. The couple have since expanded their Latin American empire with Tinto Spanish Restaurant and Tomatillo Mexican Food & Bar. The must-try is the classic ceviche, its leche de tigre a bright, citrus- red tribute to her years cooking along Latin America’s Paci c coast.

•• Standout experience: the ceviche clásico

SPRING FASHION TRENDS

This season’s fashion trends see African creatives redefining global aesthetics.

FOR SPRING 2026, AFRICAN DESIGNERS ARE FUNDAMENTALLY REDEFINING GLOBAL FASHION’S CORE VALUES THROUGH A BLEND OF HERITAGE, SUSTAINABLE LUXURY, AND BOLD MODERNISM. THIS SEASON PRIORITISES STORYTELLING AND ARTISANAL CRAFT OVER MASS-MARKET TRENDS.

CORE FASHION TRENDS

>> Modern heritage fusion: Traditional textiles like aso-oke, adire, and kente are being reimagined for global streetwear. Expect to see Ankara bomber jackets, print hoodies, and joggers featuring fabric panels, alongside highend tailored suits and evening gowns.

>> Sustainable luxury: A shift towards “new luxury” emphasises local production and ethical sourcing. Brands like Lukhanyo Mdingi are leading the slow fashion movement by integrating indigenous crafts into high-end collections.

>> The Afro-bohemian aesthetic: This look combines quiet luxury with vibrant African prints, featuring lighter cotton and silk blends that update traditionally heavy weaves for versatile, global wear.

>> Intentional colour palettes: Moving away from trend-chasing, palettes are leaning into nature-inspired tones like muted greens, soft whites, and earthy neutrals. Transformative teal is the standout accent colour of the season, representing mindful design and ecological awareness.

>> Oversized and structural silhouettes:

Boxy, oversized tees and free-size designs remain dominant, often paired with more structured, tailored bottoms to create a modern, deliberate contrast.

CREATIVES REDEFINING GLOBAL AESTHETICS

>> Thebe Magugu (South Africa)

Continues to gain global acclaim for heritage-driven, narrative-heavy collections that act as wearable art.

>> Lisa Folawiyo (Nigeria)

Renowned for transforming traditional fabrics into contemporary global designs using intricate beaded embellishments.

>> Foday Dumbuya (Labrum London)

His Osmosis collection at London Fashion Week merged tailoring with sportswear, emphasising African storytelling through immersive musical and poetic experiences.

>> Laduma Ngxokolo (MAXHOSA AFRICA)

A global standard-bearer for incorporating Xhosa beadwork aesthetics into modern knitwear and luxury fashion.

>> Jermaine Bleu (Ghana)

Known for capturing the ceremony of self-preservation through fringe dresses and tailored suits that celebrate African cultural memory.

HOW TO STYLE THE LOOK

>> Start small: Use accessories like wax print sneakers, headwraps, or statement fabric belts to introduce African prints into a neutral wardrobe.

>> The statement piece: Pair one bold, culture-led graphic or print item, like an Ankara blazer, with solid neutral basics to keep the focus on the craftsmanship.

>> Texture over logo: Look for subtle textures like herringbone or hand-woven details that add depth without the need for overt branding.

LEADING WITH PURPOSE: A CONVERSATION WITH THE SAA CHAIRPERSON

In a time of global change and renewed possibility, Sedzani Mudau, Chairperson of South African Airways (SAA), speaks with quiet confidence about the airline’s role in reconnecting people, enabling growth, and shaping a modern African aviation story.

BY VIMLA MAISTRY

•• There is so much to be hopeful for

What gives me hope about South Africa today is its resilience. We are a nation that continues to rise, often in the face of significant challenges, guided by an enduring spirit of innovation and Ubuntu.

South Africa remains one of the world’s most compelling destinations, rich in diversity, culture, and natural beauty. But beyond that, it is a gateway to a continent filled with opportunity. The world should keep travelling here not only to experience who we are, but to participate in where we are going.

•• SAA is more than an airline; it is part of our national story

For many South Africans, SAA carries deep emotional significance. It represents the connection between families, business, and continents. It embodies pride, heritage, and shared experience.

Today, that meaning not only endures, but it has evolved. SAA represents renewal. It stands as proof that institutions can rebuild, adapt, and emerge stronger, ready to serve a new generation of travellers.

•• Competing in a changing world

The aviation landscape has shifted significantly. Travellers today value affordability, convenience, and reliability, and rightly so. SAA’s approach is grounded in discipline and focus: delivering a safe, efficient, and customer-centred service while maintaining value.

SAA’s expansion will be guided by strategic intent, strengthening key regional routes across Africa while selectively growing international connections that support building a network that is sustainable, relevant, and aligned to demand. Intra-African travel is fundamental to SAA’s future. The continent is home to some of the fastest-growing economies yet remains under-connected.

Africa presents one of the greatest opportunities for growth in global aviation. With the right investment, collaboration, and ambition, the continent can lead, not follow, in shaping the future of the industry.

•• A Board that reflects progress

In a significant milestone for SAA, the Board today comprises 60% female members, the first time in the airline’s history that female representation exceeds that of males. This reflects not only progress in governance but the exceptional calibre of women shaping the airline’s future.

To commemorate Women’s Month in South Africa, the Chairperson acknowledges the contribution of her fellow female board members.

Together, they bring a depth of experience across governance, finance, law, engineering, and leadership, strengthening the Board’s ability to guide SAA into its next phase.

Drawing on her experience as a Chartered Accountant and MBA graduate, the Chairperson of the SAA Board leads with a clear vision, advancing stability, driving growth, and securing long-term sustainability.

“This next phase is not just about recovery,” she reflects, “but about building something enduring, an airline that connects Africa to the world, and the world to Africa, with confidence, purpose, and pride.”

MS BONGIWE PITYI BA Degree and an LLB

MS BONGIWE MBOMVU An attorney with an LLM

MS SIPHUMELELE DLUNGWANE Chartered Accountant with an MPhil in Finance

MS PAMELA YAKO Master of Business Leadership (MBL)

DR SALOME CHILOANE-NWABUEZE PhD in Civil Engineering and an MBA

TAKING A SEAT AT THE TABLE

Across Africa and the world, women are rewriting the story of leadership, not only in politics, business, and the arts, but in industries once thought impenetrable. At South African Airways (SAA), this transformation is visible in every corner of the airline. From the cockpit to the boardroom, from engineering hangars to customer service desks, women are rising, thriving, and reshaping aviation with courage, vision, and resilience. When women lead, and when women are empowered across the organisation, the sky is no longer the limit — it is the beginning.

Women now make up a growing share of SAA’s workforce, with 1,023 female employees contributing across corporate, operational, and technical functions. This deliberate effort reflects SAA’s commitment to building a balanced, diverse, and futurefocused organisation.

One of the most striking signs of progress is in the cockpit. Women account for 13% of licensed pilots in South Africa, a figure that continues to rise. These aviators are not only flying aircraft but inspiring the next generation to pursue careers in aviation.

Beyond piloting, women are steering SAA’s transformation journey in leadership roles. Executives such as Solach Pather (Acting CFO) and Koekie Mbeki (Acting CEO of SAA Technical), alongside senior leaders in legal, finance, and operations, are shaping the airline’s turnaround strategy, governance, and technical excellence. Their presence underscores that leadership is not confined to the boardroom; it extends to every corner of the airline, where women are driving innovation, service excellence, and operational resilience.

WOMEN ARE RISING, THRIVING, AND RESHAPING AVIATION WITH COURAGE, VISION, AND RESILIENCE

While progress has been made, challenges remain, including the high cost of training, limited access to opportunities, and traditional perceptions about women in technical roles. Yet SAA is tackling these challenges head-on, investing in targeted recruitment, skills development programmes, internships, mentorship, and succession planning. These initiatives ensure that women are not only represented but also empowered to grow and lead.

This cover story is more than a celebration; it is a declaration of intent. SAA is committed to inspiring young women to consider careers in aviation, showcasing female professionals, and opening doors for the next generation. By investing in women, the airline is building a more inclusive future, one where women are fully represented and empowered to succeed. Because when women lead, in the cockpit, in the boardroom, and in every corner of SAA — the world doesn’t just change, it transforms.

MALUTI - 50 GOLDEN YEARS

BY VIMLA MAISTRY

South African Airways has always been more than an airline; it has been a bridge between continents, cultures, and dreams. On 20 June 2026, the SAA Museum Society celebrated a milestone that resonates deeply with aviation veterans, enthusiasts, and the nation at large: the 50th anniversary of the Boeing 747SP Maluti (ZS-SPC) arrival in South Africa.

•• Queen of the skies

Delivered to SAA in June 1976, the Maluti was no ordinary aircraft. Nicknamed the “Queen of the Skies,” the Boeing 747SP was engineered to fly farther and faster than its predecessors. With its shortened fuselage and extended range, it connected Johannesburg to Sydney nonstop, shrinking oceans and redefining possibilities. For South Africa, this was transformational, a symbol of ambition and resilience at a time when distance posed immense challenges.

•• More than a machine

As the SAA Group CEO, Matshela Seshibe stated during the anniversary celebration held on-board the Maluti: “An aircraft carries much more than passengers and cargo. They carry dreams, ambitions, memories, and the stories of nations such as ours.”

Few aircraft tell a story like the Maluti. Indeed, the Maluti became a source of national pride. Families gathered at

airports just to glimpse its distinctive silhouette. Children pressed their faces against observation deck windows, and aviation enthusiasts carried cameras everywhere, hoping to capture its arrival. Seeing the 747SP in South African colours was not just an everyday occurrence; it was an event.

•• The spirit of the Maluti

Named after the majestic Maluti mountain range, the aircraft embodied strength and endurance. It served with distinction across decades, flying for SAA, Air Mauritius, Air Namibia, Avia Airlines, before returning home in 1994. Retired in 2003 and entrusted to the SAA Museum Society in 2006. Fifty years later, it remains one of the most recognisable aircraft ever to wear the SAA livery.

•• Honouring the people behind the legacy

Every successful flight is the culmination

of countless hours of unseen dedication. Pilots, engineers, technicians, cabin crew, dispatchers, ground staff, and air traffic controllers each played a vital role in ensuring that the journeys of the Maluti were both safe and memorable. Their collective commitment built more than an airline; they built a legacy. As Seshibe reminded the audience with a timeless piece of aviation wisdom: “Every smooth landing begins on the ground.”

•• Preserving history, inspiring the future

The work of the SAA Museum Society is indispensable. Preserving aviation history is not merely an exercise in nostalgia; it is a commitment to education, inspiration, and safeguarding our national memory.

The uniforms, logbooks, photographs, and artefacts entrusted to the Society serve as powerful reminders to young South Africans that excellence in aviation is woven into our heritage. Expressing his appreciation, the CEO remarked: “Your commitment ensures that future generations will continue to learn from and be inspired by our aviation journey.”

As aviation continues to evolve, the spirit that brought Maluti to South Africa 50 years ago remains constant: ambition, innovation, resilience, and service.

VIDEO SELECTION

SAA offers in-flight entertainment on all domestic and regional flights on overhead screens. The A340 and A330 aircraft are equipped with personal TV screens and offer an audio-video-on-demand entertainment selection. Please refer to the content on your personal screen for the latest updated entertainment choices.

MOVIES

French; Spanish

A lonely man turns to a visionary scientist to create a companion and together they revive a murdered woman whose awakening unleashes chaos rebellion and forbidden love.

MICKEY 17 • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish Sci-fi drama about a disposable employee on a mission to colonise an icy world, inspired by Edward Ashton’s novel.

THE ALTO KNIGHTS

• English; Portuguese; French; Spanish Vito Genovese and Frank Costello, a pair of Italian Americans who were rivals for control of a major crime family in the mid-20th century. Genovese attempted to assassinate Costello in 1957, although Costello retired from the mob.

FINAL DESTINATION:

BLOODLINES • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish Plagued by a violent recurring nightmare, college student Stefani heads home to track down the one person who might be able to break the cycle (her grandmother, Iris) and save her family from the grisly demise that inevitably awaits them all.

ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish Washed-up revolutionary Bob

exists in a state of stoned paranoia, surviving with his daughter,Willa. When his nemesis resurfaces and she goes missing, Bob scrambles to find her.

THE FAMILY MCMULLEN

• English; Portuguese; Spanish

A close-knit family navigates life's ups and downs, confronting personal struggles and evolving bonds. As they face unexpected hurdles, their connections are tested, revealing the complexities of love, loyalty, and growth within a family.

F1: THE MOVIE • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish Dubbed “the greatest that never was,” Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt) was Forumla 1’s most promising phenom of the 1990s until an accident on the track nearly ended his career.

WEAPONS • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish

When all but one child from the same class mysteriously vanish on the same night at exactly the same time, a community is left questioning who or what is behind their disappearance.

ELEANOR THE GREAT

• English; Portuguese; French; Spanish June Squibb is a spirited 94-year-old who tells a tale that takes on a dangerous life of its own.

SUPERMAN (2025)

• English; Portuguese; French; Spanish Follows the titular superhero as he reconciles his heritage with his human upbringing. He is the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way in a world that views this as oldfashioned.

A MINECRAFT MOVIE

• English; Portuguese; French; Spanish Four misfits struggling with ordinary problems are pulled through a portal into the Overworld.To get back home, they willl have to master this world while embarking on a magical quest.

SINNERS • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting for them.

SEX AND THE CITY 2

• English; Portuguese; French; Spanish Carrie Bradshaw and Big Are feeling a little too much like “Mr. and Mrs. Married!” So when Carrie and her archetypal galpals take off on an allexpenses week in Abu Dhabi, they soon discover how much fun “forbidden” can be!

DUNE: PART TWO • English;

Portuguese; French; Spanish Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family.

RUN ALL NIGHT • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish Action icon Liam Neeson reteams with the director of Unknown and Non-Stop as a Brooklyn mobster and prolific hit man who must choose between the crime family he serves and the real family he abandoned long ago, when his estranged son becomes a target.

FOCUS • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish A consummate con-man becomes romantically involved with a novice con artist. Years later, his former flamenow an accomplished femme fatale - throws his plans for a

loop ... and the seasoned master of misdirection off his game.

ELVIS • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish

A thoroughly cinematic drama, Elvis’ story is seen through the lens of his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker.

HORRIBLE BOSSES 2

• English; Portuguese; French; Spanish

Fed up with answering to higher-ups, Nick, Dale and Kurt decide to become their own bosses by launching their own business. But a slick investor soon pulls the rug out from under them.

MAX (2015) • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish

A wayward teen finds comfort and friendship with the military working dog of his older brother, a US Marine who was killed on the frontlines of the war in Afghanistan.

VACATION • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish Following in his father’s footsteps and hoping for some muchneeded family bonding, a grown-up Rusty Griswold surprises his family with an illfated cross-country trip to Walley World, before it closes forever.

DUNKIRK• English; Portuguese; French; Spanish

Hundreds of thousands of British and Allied troops find themselves surrounded by German forces.Trapped on the beach, they face an impossible situation as the enemy closes in.

FIREWALL• English; Portuguese; French; Spanish

A security specialist is forced into robbing the bank that he’s protecting, as a bid to pay off his family’s ransom.

CREED • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish The former World Heavyweight Champion Rocky Balboa serves as a trainer and mentor to Adonis Johnson, the son of his late friend and former rival Apollo Creed.

THE BRIDE! • English; Portuguese;

JUST MERCY • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish World renowned civil rights defense attorney Bryan Stevenson works to free a wrongly condemned death row prisoner.

WHERE THE CRAWDADS

SING • English; Portuguese; French Where the Crawdads Sing tells the story of Kya, an abandoned girl who raised herself to adulthood in the dangerous marshlands of North Carolina.

GET HARD • English; Portuguese; Spanish The comic antics of Will Ferrell and Kevin Hart unite in this raucous comedy about an easy-living man getting ready to do hard time when hedge fund manager James King is nailed for fraud and sentenced to a ten-year stretch in San Quentin.

CHASING LIBERTY • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish The daughter of the U.S. President yearns for a normal life, and on a trip to Europe she gets her chance – eluding her security detail and meeting the charming Ben, who has a secret of his own.

CRAZY RICH ASIANS

• English; Portuguese; French; Spanish New Yorker Rachel Chu as she accompanies her longtime boyfriend, Nick Young, to his best friend’s wedding in Singapore. EVERYTHING, EVERYTHING

• English; Portuguese; French; Spanish An unlikely love story of Maddy, a smart, curious and imaginative 18-year-old who due to an illness cannot leave the

hermetically sealed environment within her house, and Olly, the boy next door.

HEREAFTER • English; Portuguese; French SA drama centered on three people: a bluecollar American, a French journalist, and a London school boy, who are touched by death in di erent ways.

NO SUDDEN MOVE

Arkham awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker.While struggling with his dual identity, Arthur not only stumbles upon true love, but also nds the music that's always been inside him.

SUPER/MAN: THE CHRISTOPHER REEVES

STORY • English Never-beforeseen home movies and personal archives recount the tragic and

YOUR ENTERTAINMENT ABOVE THE CLOUDS!

Entertaining you and your family with a wide selection of movies, TV programmes, games, and music, streamed directly to your own mobile device or tablet. USB and PC powerports are available on selected aircrafts to keep your devices charged. Simply scan the QR code below to enjoy entertainment above the clouds or input www.everhub.aero on your browser.

AIRSCAPE

Stream movies and more to your device

Switch to airplane mode and turn on Wi-Fi

• English; Portuguese; French; Spanish A group of criminals are brought together under mysterious circumstances and have to work together to uncover what's really going on when their simple job goes completely sideways.

JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX

• English; Portuguese; French; Spanish Joker: Folie à Deux nds Arthur Fleck institutionalized at

redemptive story of actor and activist Christopher Reeve.

JUROR #2

• English Follows family man Justin Kemp who, while serving as a juror in a high pro le murder trial, nds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma...one he could use to sway the jury verdict and potentially convict—or free— the accused killer.

CADDO LAKE • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish When eight-year-old Anna mysteriously vanishes, her family's broken history is forever altered by a series of past deaths and disappearances.

GODZILLA VS KONG • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish The epic next chapter in the cinematic Monsterverse pits two of the greatest icons in motion picture history against one another - the fearsome Godzilla and the mighty Kong - with humanity caught in the balance.

GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish The crypto-zoological agency Monarch faces o against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah.

A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL

JOURNEY • English; Portuguese; French; Spanish

Two strangers discover magical doors that let them relive their pasts and rewrite their futures.

MEG 2: THE TRENCH

• English; Portuguese; French; Spanish A research team encounters multiple threats while exploring the depths of the ocean.

JULIET & ROMEO • English The greatest love story of all time, set as an original pop musical. Based on the real story that inspired William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet

ENROLMENT BONUS

Voyager rewards you with 2 500 Enrolment Bonus Miles on registration after your rst activity.

SAA EXCLUSIVE EARNING

Earn 1 mile for every R1.60 spent on base fare and carrierimposed fees.

SAA

EXCLUSIVE SPENDING

Spend miles on any available seat on a SAA-operated ight for the base fare and carrierimposed fees.

EARNING OF MILES

>> Earn SAAVoyager miles at an accelerated rate when ying on SAA operated ights. Voyager members earn 1 mile for every R1.60 spent exclusively on South African Airways. Miles are also earned by ying with

SAA LOYALTY PROGRAMME

our airline partners, including the Star Alliance global network, and by using the services of our non-airline partners, ranging from travel-related to lifestyle, retail and nancial services.

SPENDING MILES

>> Spend your SAA Voyager Miles on global ights (more

than 30 airline partnerships, including the Star Alliance global network) or non-airline Awards, such as car rental, retail, and more.

>> If you do not have enough Miles for your desired Award, you can transfer Miles in denominations of 1000 miles for R120, or buy Miles for R100 (SAA ight Awards) and R250 (other airline Awards).

travel while earning Voyager Miles

>> Awards available on SAA, other partner airlines and nonairline partners are listed below.

DYNAMIC AWARDS

>> SAA Voyager members are guaranteed at least 5% return on your SAA spend when requesting an SAA exclusive Dynamic Award for an SAA-operated ight. You may spend your miles on any available airfare, inclusive of carrier-imposed fees for your desired SAA operating ight, thus con rming your redemption seat request immediately.

Non-Air Awards

SAA Voyager members can spend miles on non-airline Awards including car rental, retail, and more.

You can spend your miles online; simply login to your account (go to voyager. ysaa. com and click on “My Voyager”) or contact our call centres. To use your miles for products on NetFlorist or Wine-ofthe-Month Club, log onto their respective websites and choose Voyager miles as a payment option. Your miles are valid for three years from the date they were earned, and you can nominate any person of your choice to utilise your Awards.

>> You can spend your miles on car rental or Uber SA.

>> You can spend your miles on any of the lifestyle partners listed on the left.

Book a ticket by miles, apply for a Voyager Credit Card, or find out more on voyager.flysaa.com

A NEW HAVEN FOR TRAVELLERS

Star Alliance unveils its first lounge in Asia at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, China.

The lounge is available to First and Business class passengers, and Star Alliance Gold status customers on member airline ights departing from Terminal 1.

The new lounge is on the upper level of the existing GBIA lounge in the Terminal 1 international area, and is close to the departure gates for Star Alliance member airlines. The lounge features an open layout and can accommodate up to 100 guests. Open around the clock, it welcomes travellers with varying ight schedules.

“Lounges are a critical component for the e ortless travel experience we aim to provide to our member airline passengers,” said Star Alliance CEO Theo Panagiotoulias. “As a key strategic hub in Asia, Guangzhou serves as an important gateway for our guests. We are excited to inaugurate our rst lounge in Asia, given the signi cance of the continent to aviation growth today and in the years to come.”

Ambar Franco, Star Alliance’s Vice President for Customer Experience, added, “Our rst Star Alliance branded lounge in Asia is an exciting milestone for us. Thoughtfully designed with the modern traveller in mind, it o ers an e ortless blend of comfort and functionality. ”

The lounge includes practical amenities, such as workstations and comfortable seating areas for both relaxation and productivity. Tucked in a quiet space, the VIP room is ideal for group or private business

meetings, available upon request. Guests are also welcome to use the state-ofthe-art shower suites to refresh themselves before their onward journey. In addition, guests can enjoy the exclusive Tea Appreciation Corner, a range of food options, or specially curated drinks at the bar counter.

Qi Yaoming, Deputy General Manager of Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, said,“The fact that Star Alliance has chosen to open its rst

UNPARALLELED LOYALTY RECOGNITION

branded lounge in Asia at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is not only a sign of trust and support for us, but also an acknowledgment of the status of Baiyun Airport as an important international hub. Baiyun Airport will continue to uphold the service concept of ‘Customer First’ and continuously build itself into an airline-friendly airport to provide even better service guarantees for Star Alliance and its member airlines.”

Enrolling as a member of any Star Alliance member airline frequent- yer programme is your gateway to exceptional rewards and bene ts. By accumulating miles and points from all your ights across the network into a uni ed account, you gain the signi cant advantage of quicker redemption opportunities and exciting bene ts. Star Alliance o ers online redemption of miles and points for award ights and upgrade awards across the 25-member airline network, making it convenient and hassle-free for travellers. Redeeming miles and points is easy with three simple steps:

READY TO MOVE YOUR CARGO

TRUST SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS CARGO FOR SECURE, RELIABLE SHIPPING ACROSS INTERNATIONAL, REGIONAL AND DOMESTIC ROUTES.

With an integrated airfreight network connecting South Africa’s major cities to regional and international markets, South African Airways Cargo helps businesses move what matters most with confidence. From urgent consignments and general freight to perishable, valuable and specialised shipments, every delivery is handled with care, security and efficiency to keep supply chains moving and customers ahead of schedule.

Backed by cargo terminals in key South African centres and supported by trusted partner networks, SAA Cargo offers dependable solutions for domestic, regional and global trade. Whether you need speed, careful handling or peace of mind for sensitive goods, our service is designed to deliver reliability at every stage of the journey.

Speak to our team today on +2711 978 3366 / +2711 978 1119 or visit www.flysaa.com

South African Airways Codeshare routes

Routes at time of going to press. Schedule subject to change.

CAPE TOWN

WINDHOEK

LUSAKA

MAPUTO

EAST LONDON

GQEBERHA

KINSHASA

GABORONE

DAR ES SALAAM

ENTEBBE

LUANDA

KISUMU

MOMBASA

VICTORIA FALLS

LUBUMBASHI

NAIROBI

HARARE

HOEDSPRUIT

MARGATE

KIMBERLEY

BLOEMFONTEIN

LISBON

SÃO PAULO

PERTH

DURBAN

MALA MALA

PLETTENBERG BAY

GEORGE

JOHANNESBURG

MAURITIUS

MANAUS

SANTIAGO

MENDOZA

CÓRDOBA

ASUNCIÓN

BELEM

CUIABÁ FORTALEZA

GOIÂNIA BRASÍLIA

CAMPO GRANDE

FOZ DO IGUAÇU

MONTEVIDEO

BUENOS AIRES

CURITIBA

BELO HORIZONTE

VITORIA

SÃO PAULO

NAVEGANTES

FLORIANÓPOLIS

PORTO ALEGRE

JOÃO PESSOA

NATAL RECIFE

MACEIÓ

ARACAJU

SALVADOR

RIO DE JANEIRO

South African Airways Codeshare routes

Routes at time of going to press. Schedule subject to change.

MAURITIUS

CAPE TOWN

DURBAN

LAGOS

KINSHASA

CAIRO

SHARM EL SHEIKH LUXOR DUBAI

ADDIS ABABA

NAIROBI

MAPUTO

HARARE MOMBASA

GQEBERHA PERTH

LUBUMBASHI

DAR ES SALAAM

ABIDJAN ACCRA

WINDHOEK

JOHANNESBURG

LUSAKA

VICTORIA FALLS

GABORONE

KISUMU ENTEBBE

LUANDA

CAPE TOWN

ZURICH

MAURITIUS

JOHANNESBURG

LUANDA

LISBON

DURBAN

FRANKFURT

ISTANBUL

PARIS

LONDON

MUNICH

SÃO PAULO

South African Airways Codeshare routes

Routes at time of going to press. Schedule subject to change.

PERTH

ADELAIDE SYDNEY

BRISBANE

DARWIN

AUCKLAND

CHRISTCHURCH

MELBOURNE

SINGAPORE

WELLINGTON

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS TIMETABLE

Routes at time of going to press. Schedule subject to change.

(flight via ACC to ABJ) | *JNB–GBE–JNB (SA355/SA366) e ective from 23June 2026.

SAA LOUNGES OPERATING TIMES

OUR FLEET

AIRBUS A320-200

• Number of aircraft: 15 • Maximum passengers: between 138 to 186 • Maximum fuel capacity: 23 860L • Typical cruising speed: 820km/h

AIRBUS A330-300

• Number of aircraft: 2 • Maximum passengers: 249 • Maximum fuel capacity: 97 530L • Typical cruising speed: 871km/h

CUSTOMS INFO

Everything you need to know to ensure your entry to South Africa is hassle-free

>> CUSTOMS DUTY

Customs duty is levied on imported goods and is usually calculated on the value of the goods.

>> PERSONS ENTERING SOUTH AFRICA

People may enter South Africa at any appointed place of entry. All the goods in their possession must be declared to a customs o cial at the port of entry. When dutiable goods are in their possession, the relevant duties and VAT must be paid.

>> GOODS THAT MAY BE IMPORTED WITHOUT THE PAYMENT OF CUSTOMS DUTY AND VAT

(A) Visitors: Personal e ects and sporting and recreational equipment, new or used, imported either as accompanied or unaccompanied baggage for their own use during their stay in South Africa.

AIRBUS A340-300

• Number of aircraft: 2 • Maximum passengers: 253 • Maximum fuel capacity: 141 500L • Typical cruising speed: 860km/h

CONTACT US

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Weekdays 08:00-16:30, excluding South African public holidays saacustomerservice@ flysaa.com

• +27 11 978 2888

RESERVATIONS 24 hours reservationsjnb@flysaa.com

• +27 11 978 1111

BAGGAGE SERVICE (lost/ damaged) Daily 07:00-19:00 baggageservices@flysaa.com

• +27 11 978 2888

REFUNDS Weekdays 08:0016:30, excluding South African public holidays. New refund

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request: +27 11 978 1786

flysaa.com/refund-application

CARGO Weekdays 06:00-21:00, excluding South African public holidays, Saturdays and Sundays, 08:00-16:00 saacargoreservations@flysaa. com • +27 11 978 1119/3366

WEBSITE QUERIES

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VOYAGER Weekdays 07:0021:00, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays 08:00-14:00 voyagerservicerecovery@flysaa. com • +27 11 978 1234

(B) Residents: Personal e ects and sporting and recreational equipment, new or used, exported by residents of South Africa for their own use while abroad and subsequently re-imported either as accompanied or unaccompanied baggage.

(C) Limits in respect of certain goods: The following goods may be included in passengers’ baggage either by residents or non-residents, but not exceeding the following limits:

• Wine: 2 litres per person.

• Spirits and other alcoholic beverages: 1 litre per person.

• Cigarettes: 200 cigarettes per person.

• Cigars: 20 cigars per person.

• Cigarette or pipe tobacco: 250g per person.

• Perfume: 50ml per person.

• Eau de toilette: 250ml per person.

• Other new or used goods to a total value not exceeding R5 000 per person, excluding consumables. The limit for crew members is R700.

• Allowances may not be pooled or transferred to other persons.

PLEASE NOTE: Visitors may be required to pay a cash deposit to cover duties and tax on expensive articles such as video cameras. The deposit on the goods is refunded on departure from South Africa.

>>

CHILDREN UNDER 18 YEARS

• Children under 18 may claim duty-free allowances on goods used by them.

• Children under 18 may not claim allowances for tobacco and alcohol.

• Parents may make a customs declaration on behalf of their children.

Customs clearance procedures for passengers:

• Passengers may select either the red or green channel upon arrival in South Africa.

• By selecting the red channel, a passenger indicates that he/she has goods to declare.

• The customs officer in the red channel must ascertain the value of the goods declared and the duties payable by the passenger’s duty-free allowances.

• By selecting the green channel, a passenger indicates that he/she has no goods to declare.

• Random searches of passengers and baggage in the green channel are conducted.

The following goods are prohibited from import: Vegetables, groundnuts, firewood, honey, used pneumatic tyres, raw animal wool and hair, electric blankets, coins, video recorders and reproducers, revolvers and pistols.

The following goods are prohibited from export unless special permits are obtained from the relevant government department: Human bodies or body parts; meat and edible portions from cattle, sheep, goats or pigs; meat and edible animal offal salted, in brine, dried or smoked; edible flours and meals of meat or offal; cane or beet sugar and chemicals; pure sucrose in solid form; raw hides and skins of bovine or equine animals (fresh or salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, but not tanned, parchmentdressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split; bank notes, securities or foreign currency.

>> PROHIBITED

AND RESTRICTED IMPORTS AND EXPORTS

Apart from the requirements of the Export Control Regulations, the exportation and importation of a wide variety of goods is either totally prohibited or is subject to inspection by other authorities and/or production of special permits/licences, issued by certain authorities only. A

comprehensive list of prohibited and restricted imports and exports is available on the South African Revenue Service website (sars.gov.za).

PLEASE NOTE: Baggage is cleared at the first point of entry in South Africa. In case of connecting on a domestic flight, baggage must be collected, customs cleared and rechecked.

CUSTOMER BAGGAGE

Help us make sure your baggage gets there with you

At SAA, our goal is to deliver your baggage to you at your destination safely and timeously. However, due to circumstances beyond our control, baggage may be delayed, lost or damaged. In that case, our representatives at all SAA destinations will do their best to retrieve it or compensate you and minimise any inconvenience to you. Kindly note the following guidelines:

>>

LABELLING YOUR LUGGAGE

• Unique identification: ensure your bag’s easy to recognise by tagging the outside with a colourful ribbon, and using a name tag with your correct name, address, telephone number, email address and destination address.

• The following items should NOT be packed in your check-in bags, but rather carried in your hand luggage: money, passports or visas, computer equipment, laptops, electronic devices, mobile phones, fragile items, business documents, keys, jewellery, lithium-ion batteries and e-cigarettes.

• Always ensure that your bags are locked prior to check-in, as this acts as a deterrent.

• Take advantage of the wrapping services provided at the airport as an additional preventative measure against damage and pilferage.

PLEASE NOTE: SAA does not take responsibility for the loss of valuable items in checked baggage, including money, passports or visas, computer equipment, electronic devices, mobile phones, fragile items, business documents, keys, and jewellery.

>> SECURITY AND HAND LUGGAGE

• Due to limited space in the overhead compartments, your hand luggage may be placed in the cargo hold.

• Remove all valuables, powerbanks, lithium-ion batteries and e-cigarettes from your hand luggage before it’s taken for stowage in the cargo hold.

• Ask for an airline tag with your name and flight details.

• For international travel, liquids, aerosols and gels measuring more than 100ml aren’t permitted in hand luggage. If they measure less than 100ml, they must be secured in a Ziploc bag.

>>

BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE (ROUTE-SPECIFIC)

• Economy Class: One to two pieces at a maximum of 23kg each.

• Business Class: One to two pieces at a maximum of 32kg each.

• Infants not entitled to a seat shall only be permitted one piece of luggage up to 23kg and one collapsible pram, car seat or collapsible buggy.

>> REPORTING MISHANDLED LUGGAGE

Report your mishandled baggage to the Baggage Services office at the airport.

• A file will be created for tracing purposes.

• Your personal and travel information will be key.

>> LOST BAGGAGE

If your baggage has been lost, report the incident immediately or within seven calendar days to the office of SAA’s Baggage Services, where you’ll receive a unique reporting number. We’ll initiate the tracing of the baggage and will continue for up to 120 hours, although most misdirected baggage is located sooner. You’ll be informed as soon as your baggage is traced and (where local customs regulations permit), it will be delivered to the address you have provided.

>> TRACKING AND TRACING

During the tracing period, you may contact our office for information on progress made at the telephone number below or via WorldTracer, a computerised tracking system that can be found at flysaa.com under “Essential Information”.

>> DAMAGED BAGS

If your baggage is damaged, we’ll carry out all repairs and replacements (where necessary) according to the Carrier’s Baggage Liability Limitations. This excludes normal wear and tear, and manufacturers’ defects. The incident must be reported immediately or within 7 (seven) days of receipt of the baggage for international travel and within 24 (twenty-four) hours for domestic travel to the office of SAA’s Baggage Services, where you’ll receive a unique reporting number.

>> CLAIMS PROCEDURE

The next step is to submit a completed claim form to the Passenger Claims office. The finalisation of claims takes up to 21 working days. Please complete the form as thoroughly as possible, and attach all required documentation, including proof of bank account, to expedite the process.

ENQUIRIES:

Customer Services: +27 11 978 2888 Baggage Enquiries: baggageservices@flysaa.com

>> SEATS

OUR CABIN GUIDE

In order to make your journey a pleasant one, please note the information on the following pages

• Time to relax! The backrest of your seat can be adjusted. For extra comfort during the flight, you may wish to lean back. Press the button in the armrest of your seat for the backrest to tilt slightly. Note that on the narrow-bodied aircraft, seats forward of the emergency exit rows have limited tilt or do not recline.

• When seated in Economy Class, for the comfort of the person behind you, kindly ensure that your seat is in the upright position whenever meals or refreshments are served.

>> IN-SEAT POWER SUPPLY

In-seat power is available at every seat in Premium Class on board the Airbus A330-300 and in Business Class on the A320. The sockets are designed for:

• Two-pin European plugs, as illustrated.

• Two- or three-pin US plugs. Other types of plugs will require an adaptor.

• Power supply is intended for the charging of portable electronic devices only. 110-240Vac, 50-60Hz, max 75-100W per seat, subject to aircraft type.

• With laptop use, when the battery is very low or completely flat, it is advisable to remove the battery before connecting the laptop to the power supply. This will allow for optimal laptop usage and power supply.

• The A333 and A320 aircraft have a shared USB and laptop-charging point in Economy Class.

• The in-seat power supply is not sufficient to power medical assistive devices such as oxygen concentrators and CPAPs, because the wattage required by the devices exceeds the in-seat power capability.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUERIES OR NEED ASSISTANCE, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO ASK ONE OF OUR CABIN CREW MEMBERS

>> DRINKING WATER

Bottled water is available on request from our cabin crew members.

>>

IN-FLIGHT SERVICE

The cabin crew members are always at your service. Should you require attendance, please ring the service bell, which is situated either in your armrest or in the passenger service unit above your seat.

>>

READING LIGHT

Each seat has an individual reading light that enables you to read when the cabin lights are set to dim without disturbing your fellow passengers. You’ll find the switch in the armrest of your seat or in the service unit above you.

>> DISINSECTION SPRAY

Health regulations in some countries require that the aircraft cabin be sprayed with disinsectant. The spray is harmless, but if you think it might affect you, please cover your nose and mouth with a handkerchief.

>> MOTHERS AND CHILDREN

• For the convenience of mothers with babies, diaper boards are available in certain toilets on all our aircraft.

• Toys and games to keep little ones occupied during international flights are available on request from the cabin crew.

>>

ACHES AND PAINS

Medical supplies for minor ailments are available on board. Ask a cabin crew member for assistance.

>>

FOR YOUR COMFORT

• Blankets and pillows are available.

• Please lower your window shutter at night to ensure that you and your fellow passengers do not wake up a few hours later with the sun shining in your eyes.

This is also applicable on daylight flights for passengers who want to get some rest.

>> IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT

Once cruising altitude has been reached, the cabin crew will switch on the entertainment system. If you are travelling on board the Airbus A330-300, kindly refer to the AudioVideo on Demand system for the entertainment line-up.

>> DUTY-FREE SALES

Duty-free articles are for sale on international flights. Please consult the Extraordinair catalogue for details.

>> ADMISSION TO THE FLIGHT DECK

Admission to the flight deck is no longer allowed for security reasons.

>> INTERFERENCE WITH CABIN CREW DUTIES

It is an offence to interfere with the duties of the cabin crew members on board.

>> CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL

Only alcohol served by a cabin crew member can be consumed on board SAA aircraft.

>> USE OF LAVATORIES

Kindly make use of the lavatories in your respective class of travel. Please do not throw foreign objects into the toilets, as this may cause them to become blocked.

>> HEALTHY FLYING TIPS

To make your flight more comfortable, we have included several healthy flying tips at the back of this section.

>> COMFORT DEVICES

The use of in-flight travel accessories and non-certified comfort devices, e.g. CoziGo, Flyaway Kids Bed, Fly Tot, Fly LegsUp, Foot Hammock, JetBed, etc, which attach to aircraft seats, are inserted between seats, or otherwise block access to seat rows or aisles, are prohibited.

UNRULY/DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOUR ON BOARD

In terms of the Civil Aviation Act (No. 13 of 2009), any person who on board any aeroplane:

• By force or threat of force or by any other form of intimidation and without lawful reason seizes, or exercises control of, that aeroplane;

• Commits an act of violence, including an assault or threat, whether of a physical or verbal nature, against any person, including a crew member, which is likely to endanger the safety of that aeroplane;

• Wilfully interferes with any member of the crew of that aeroplane in the performance of his or her duties;

• Commits any nuisance or disorderly or indecent act;

• Is in a state of intoxication;

• Behaves in a violent manner towards any person, including a crew member, which is likely to endanger the safety or security of the aeroplane or of any person on board such aeroplane;

• Smokes in a toilet or any other place on the aeroplane where smoking is prohibited;

• Tampers with a smoke detector or any other safety-related device on board the aeroplane;

• Operates a portable electronic device when the operation of such a device is prohibited;

• Refuses to obey a lawful instruction given by or on behalf of the pilot-in-command for the purpose of ensuring the safety of the aeroplane or of any person or property on board, or for the purpose of maintaining good order and discipline on board the aeroplane; or

• Conveys any conventional arms, drugs or animal product in an aeroplane; is guilty of an offence and, on conviction, liable to a fine and/or imprisonment.

FOR THE PURPOSES OF THIS CHAPTER:

1. “Animal Product” means any part or portion of, or product derived from, any animal, including any such part, portion or product in any processed form which is possessed contrary to the provisions of any other Act of Parliament or regulation promulgated in terms of such Act; 2. “Drugs” means any drug as defined in Chapter 1 of the Drugs and Drug Trafficking Act, 1992 (Act No. 140 of 1992), that has not been acquired, bought or possessed lawfully as contemplated in Chapter 4 of that Act; 3. “Conventional Arms” bears the meaning assigned thereto in Chapter 1 of the National Conventional Arms Control Act, 2002 (Act No. 41 of 2002), some exceptions exist.

PLEASE NOTE: In terms of International Civil Aviation legislation, the Commander (Captain) of the aircraft is authorised/empowered to take any action deemed necessary, including restraint of any persons or property on board. In terms of this authority, the Commander may request and/or authorise any member of the crew to render assistance in terms of restraint of, or action against such offenders. In terms of SAA’s right of refusal of carriage, SAA reserves the right to refuse boarding to any person who is intoxicated or who, under reasonable grounds, is believed to pose a potential danger to safety and/or good order and discipline on board its aircraft.

OUR SAFETY GUIDE

SAA has your safety at heart. Please read these pages carefully

SAFETY PAMPHLET

A safety pamphlet is provided at your seat. Please familiarise yourself with its important information and note the location of your nearest emergency exit.

SLEEPING ON THE FLOOR IS PROHIBITED

For your own safety, sleeping on the floor is prohibited. In the event of an irregular occurrence and/or emergency, passengers sleeping on the floor would not have access to seat belts and oxygen masks.

SEAT BELTS

Seat belt signs are visible throughout the cabin. Whenever the signs are illuminated, fasten your seat belt. Keep it fastened throughout the flight. If sleeping under a blanket or duvet, fasten the seat belt over it so the cabin crew does not need to wake you in the event of turbulence.

On the Airbus 330-300, if you are seated in Premium Class, ensure your shoulder belt is fastened for take-off and landing. Passengers less than 1.3m in height are not required to make use of the shoulder belt.

LIQUIDS, AEROSOLS AND GELS (LAGS)

REMAIN SEATED

After landing, remain seated until the aircraft has come to a complete stop and the Commander has switched off the seat belt signs.

PRIOR TO TAKE-OFF AND LANDING

In preparation for take-off or landing, ensure flight mode is selected on your PED and it is switched off, your baggage is stowed, your tray table, footrest, armrest and TV screen are stowed, your window shutter is open, your seat is in the upright position and your seat belt is fastened.

SMOKING

As per South African Civil Aviation Authority regulations, smoking on board is prohibited. This includes the smoking of any artificial device or e-cigarettes.

BASSINETS

The use of the bassinet is restricted by infant size and weight. The bassinet can comfortably accommodate an infant of 75cm in length. The bassinet is designed to carry a maximum load of 11kg. In the interest of safety and to prevent exceeding the weight limitation of the bassinet, it is recommended that the weight limitation of the infant not exceed 10kg. The size and weight limitation of the bassinet must not be exceeded. The infant must fit into the bassinet.

Note: An infant aged 9 to 12 months has an average length of 74cm and a weight between 9,2kg and 11,4kg.

When travelling on international flights from South Africa, passengers are restricted from carrying certain LAGs in the aircraft cabin. These rules are aligned to International Civil Aviation Authority standards. Passengers wishing to carry essential liquids with them on board the aircraft must place them in a resealable, clear plastic bag with a maximum capacity of one litre and a total diameter of 80cm. No item containing liquid may exceed 100ml and it must fit comfortably inside the sealed bag. If these limitations are not adhered to, items will be confiscated by airport security, and SAA will not be in a position to recover them for passengers. When proceeding through airport security checkpoints, the bag holding these items must be separated from other cabin baggage. Items that are exempt from LAG restrictions and that may be carried on board, without being placed in a clear plastic bag, are:

• Baby formula/milk and baby food in small containers, provided the child is travelling with the person carrying these.

• Essential and other nonprescription medicines not exceeding 100ml per container, including saline solution and products such as eye drops and contact lens solution.

• Liquids, gels and juice for diabetic passengers who require them for medical reasons.

• Solid cosmetics and personal hygiene items such as lipsticks in tubes, solid deodorants and lip balms.

Any duty-free LAG products purchased after security checkpoints should be placed in special security bags at the store, and passengers connecting to further destinations are advised to keep these sealed throughout their journey.

CARRY-ON BAGGAGE

Storage for your cabin baggage is provided either under the seat in front of you or in the overhead stowage compartment. For your own safety and that of the passengers around you, please do not exceed the weight limitations of these compartments and ensure that items placed in them are securely positioned. Be careful when opening the overhead stowage compartments as some luggage may have shifted during the flight.

BUSINESS CLASS

SAA will accept two pieces of cabin baggage, neither of which may exceed 56cm x 36cm x 23cm in dimension and 8kg in weight.

ECONOMY

CLASS

SAA will accept one piece of cabin baggage not exceeding 56cm x 36cm x 23cm in dimension and 8kg in weight. These baggage limitations apply to all passengers travelling in Economy Class, regardless of their Voyager or other status.

PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICES (PEDS)

In accordance with the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, each passenger may carry a maximum of 15 PEDs on board.

The use of PEDs is restricted due to the possibility of electromagnetic interference (EMI) with aircraft frequencies that may adversely affect the performance of aircraft systems and/or equipment.

PEDs are categorised into nontransmitting and transmitting electronic devices.

Non-transmitting devices (PEDs) are not designed to transmit or receive data, but can still emit EMI at low levels; Transmitting devices (T-PEDs) are designed to transmit or receive data through various technologies, including cellular, wireless (Wi-Fi) and other radio frequencies (i.e. Bluetooth and infrared).

Many T-PEDs allow the user to disable the transmitting function (e.g. flight mode, flight-safe mode, airplane mode, Wi-Fi disabled, Bluetooth disabled). When disabled, the T-PED becomes a non-transmitting device.

To manage the safe use of PEDs in the passenger cabin, PEDs are divided into four categories: unrestricted, limited, restricted and prohibited. Each category provides restrictions governing the use of the PEDs during each phase of flight. The following table provides a summary pertaining to the restrictions governing each category.

UNRESTRICTED

• Electronic watches;

• Cameras;

• Hearing aids;

• Heart pacemakers;

• Approved medical portable electronic devices (MPEDs).

Can be used any time.

RESTRICTED

• Electronic games with Wi-Fi disabled/not installed;

• Digital media players;

• Virtual reality headsets.

Prohibited during taxi, take-off, initial climb, approach and landing. May be used in-flight once the seat belt/ PED sign has been switched off.

Transmitting function must be disabled on aircraft door closing.

LIMITED

• Mobile phones and smartphones;

• Laptops, tablets, PDAs;

• eReaders.

Transmitting function may be used before doors close and after landing once the aircraft has left the active runway.

Lightweight/small handheld devices may be used during taxi, take-off, initial climb, approach, landing with flight mode, flight-safe mode, airplane mode activated and/or Wi-Fi and Bluetooth disabled. Transmitting function must be disabled on aircraft door closing.

PROHIBITED

The items below are prohibited at all times:

• Mobile phones without flight mode, flight-safe mode, airplane mode;

• AM/FM transmitters & receivers (including televisions, radios);

• Remote-controlled devices (passenger owned);

• VHF scanners/receivers;

• Two-way transmitters such as walkie-talkies, amateur radios.

NOTE: Lightweight/small handheld PEDs are devices that can be held firmly in one hand or in the user’s pockets, allowing one hand free to release the restraint belt. Larger PEDs, such as laptops, must be placed in an approved stowage location during taxi, take-off, initial climb, approach and landing. Seat pockets might not be approved to hold the weight of a laptop. CCMs should ensure that the stowage location used is appropriate to accommodate the size and weight of the device.

Trailing cables from devices (and/or headsets/headphones) must be secured to prevent trip/entanglement hazards via the following means: To be placed on the seat, in the seat pocket, or in an approved stowage location; or to be kept on one’s person, or placed in one’s cabin baggage. Due to the risks involved with overheating lithium batteries and ensuring effective crew response, charging of devices is prohibited during taxi, take-off, initial climb, approach and landing.

SPECIAL TRAVEL NEEDS

Because your health, comfort and safety are very important to us, SAA offers services for travellers who require special assistance or have special medical needs.

>> SPECIAL ASSISTANCE

Travelling should always be a pleasure, and we go out of our way to make sure that anybody with special needs feels particularly cared for. That can be a disability, a medical condition, a dietary requirement, or the fact that you are travelling with young babies or children.

Many of these services need to be booked in advance, so please read the information below.

For further information, details of services offered, or any other queries, contact: SAA Special Bookings

• specialhandling@flysaa.com

>> TRAVELLING WITH SPECIAL TRAVEL NEEDS

If you have special travel needs, we recommend that you make your travel plans as early as possible, so that we can serve you better. Should you require any medical assistance, please request it when making your reservation, or at least 48 hours prior to the departure of your flight through your local SAA office. It is important that you provide SAA with detailed information at the time of booking. Please let us know:

• The type of mobility aids you are travelling with

• Whether they are collapsible, electric or non-electric

• The dimensions, in adjusted or disassembled state, and weight of the mobility aids

• If you require access to a wheelchair at the airport and/or on the aircraft

• If you require transfer from wheelchair to aircraft seat and vice versa

• If you have a service dog (e.g. emotional-support dogs) that needs amenities. For conditions pertaining to the transportation of such animals, please visit gov.za/ services/import/import-animalsand-animal-products

• If you need elderly care

• If you need on-board facilities for the use of medical equipment, e.g. a battery-operated C-PAP machine

• If you need an adjacent seat for your carer

>> BEFORE THE DAY OF DEPARTURE

Please ensure the assistance you requested has been confirmed and authorised by SAA before you arrive at the airport. Ensure that you have all the relevant documentation, including a Frequent Traveller’s Medical Card (FREMEC) and medical clearance, if applicable.

>> FREMEC

In order to make travelling easier for passengers with a disability, stable medical conditions or special needs, we offer the FREMEC card. This card’s validity is dependent on passenger condition; it varies from one to two years. The card helps you to avoid the hassle of obtaining medical clearance for each journey, and automatically determines your special requirements. Such cards are usually honoured by other airlines. For card renewal, your doctor needs to complete the application on your behalf.

Fax the completed form to SAA Special Bookings: +27 11 978 1111 or visit your local SAA reservations office.

>> ON THE DAY OF DEPARTURE

It is advisable that you check in early so that we will have enough time to assist you.

• Flights within South Africa: Arrive at least 90 minutes before flight departure.

• International flights: Arrive three hours before departure time.

INTERNATIONAL COMPLIANCE

SAA is covered by the United States rule for non-discrimination on the basis of disability. A full copy of the rule is available on request.

GUIDANCE FOR PHYSICIANS AND PASSENGERS

>> SICK PASSENGERS MAY BE AFFECTED BY THE FOLLOWING:

• Reduced atmospheric pressure. (Cabin air pressure changes greatly 15-30 minutes after take-off and before landing, and gas expansion and contraction can cause pain and pressure.)

• Reduced oxygen tension. (The cabin is at a pressure equivalent to an altitude of 6 000-8 000 feet, and partial oxygen pressure is ± 20% less than on the ground.)

>> THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS/CIRCUMSTANCES REQUIRE MEDICAL CLEARANCE FROM SAA:

The following is not exhaustive, and if you are in any doubt as to whether your condition may require clearance, we urge you to contact SAA Special Bookings before flying:

Passengers who require us to provide in-flight oxygen

• Oxygen equipment used will be subject to aircraft type and medical condition.

Please visit faa.gov for the approved list of portable oxygen concentrators (POCs).

• SAA can provide a POC that supplies oxygen on demand at a flow rate of 1 – 5LPM. The POC may only be used after take-off and shall be stowed in preparation for the landing.

(NOTE: The cost to the passenger for this service is US$150 per flight segment.)

• SAA can provide an oxygen cylinder for regional flights and domestic flights that supply continuous oxygen at a flow rate of 2LPM and 4LPM.

(NOTE: The cost to the passenger for this service is US$150.)

• A passenger may elect to use their personal battery-powered POC

approved by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This device may be used to supply continuous oxygen. The POC may not be used with a mask. The passenger must provide a nasal cannula.

(NOTE: No additional cost will apply when passengers provide their own FAA-approved battery-powered POC.)

• The passenger must supply the extra batteries. The spare batteries must be carried in the passenger’s hand baggage and declared to the cabin crew. The spare batteries must be fully charged.

• The spare batteries must be individually protected in order to prevent short circuits – by placement, and in the original retail packaging, or by otherwise insulating the terminals (e.g. taping over the exposed terminals or placing each battery in a separate bag or pouch).

• The spare batteries must be carried in the passenger’s cabin hand baggage.

• Only three batteries are allowed on board: one inside the machine and two spares. The power of each battery must not exceed 160Wh.

• The permissible watt-hour rating is 160Wh. Because the 24-cell battery packs of the Inogen One G2 consist of two 12-cell battery packs delivering 195,4Wh, exceeding the permissible rating, this battery pack is not permissible on board. The Inogen One G2 must be powered with an alternate acceptable battery pack.

• A passenger who requires continuous-flow oxygen must book an oxygen cylinder (for regional and domestic flights only), and not a concentrator, subject to operational requirements. However, passengers may bring their own batteryoperated continuous-flow oxygen concentrators.

• Some oxygen concentrators work on demand; therefore, passengers are advised that they will receive oxygen flow only on inhalation.

• Medical portable electronic devices provided by passengers must be battery-operated.

• Because aircraft power is not the same as other electrical power, equipment plugged into an electrical power outlet in an aircraft could cause damage to both the aircraft and the equipment.

• The safety of the aircraft may be compromised due to electro-magnetic interference (EMI), especially during the critical phases of take-off and landing, and on the ground during alignment of the instrumentation and software loading.

>> THE FOLLOWING PASSENGERS ARE REQUIRED TO BOOK VIA THE CALL CENTRE OR TRAVEL AGENT:

• Travellers who require a medical escort or in-flight medical treatment

• Travellers who have a communicable disease or infection

• Your doctor must state whether the condition poses a direct threat to the safety or health of others, and advise about precautions necessary to prevent transmission.

• Travellers who have been operated on or admitted to hospital in the two weeks before the flight

• Your doctor must state whether you have recovered sufficiently, and whether your condition has stabilised enough to travel by commercial air transport.

• Travellers suffering from an acute or chronic medical condition for which they might need to take medication during the flight

• Travellers who suffer from any acute or severe symptoms, such as difficulty breathing, high fever, severe pain, etc.

• Travellers who recently suffered a major medical incident (heart attack, heart failure, stroke, and respiratory failure or recent pneumothorax)

• Travellers who had thrombophlebitis

• Travellers who might develop any symptoms or behaviour that could have an adverse effect on the welfare of other passengers on board

• Travellers whose medical condition might be aggravated during or because of the flight

• Travellers who are travelling with a premature infant or an infant with a medical condition

• An unaccompanied minor with a medical condition

• Travellers with an unstable mental illness or impairment

SPECIFIC CASES

SERVICE DOGS

• A service dog accompanying its owner is accepted on most flights in the passenger cabin of any class, free of charge.

• The dog may, however, not occupy a seat, and must not be kept in a location that would block escape routes in the event of an emergency.

• The service dog must be properly harnessed, and remain with the traveller at all times.

• Travellers with service dogs are required to contact their local South African Airways office prior to booking for further information, flight eligibility, and to be allocated a suitable seat.

• Ask our staff at O.R. Tambo International Airport where the local animal relief area is situated. For service dog transportation, please visit gov.za/services/import/importanimals-and-animal-products

>> WHEELCHAIRS AND MOBILITY AIDS

For travellers with limited mobility, we offer the following assistance:

• Wheelchairs at the airport: We can arrange for wheelchair transport from check-in to the boarding gate, and from the aircraft to the arrivals hall at your destination.

• Travelling with your own wheelchair:You are welcome to check in one wheelchair as baggage, free of charge.

• Each traveller is entitled to one mobility aid, e.g. wheelchair, crane or crutches, free of charge, in addition to their standard baggage allowance. These items must be small enough to be stowed without obstruction, and must meet SAA baggage policy requirements.

• Travellers requiring the use of wheelchairs or mobility aids are advised to make their travel arrangements in advance.

>> TRAVELLING WITH MEDICATION

Passengers should ensure that they keep their medication in their hand luggage, and have a medical letter on hand outlining their condition and medication in case they encounter difficulties while travelling.

• Medicines required on board must be carried in cabin baggage, and passengers must carry a letter from their treating physician. All excess medicines and liquids are to be carried in checked baggage. When taking liquids through security control, passengers should please ensure that they comply with the airport’s restrictions.

• All prescription medicine, syringes and needles used by diabetics must be sealed and properly labelled.

• The quantity of syringes and needles is limited to the amount required for the flight.

• They must be disposed of in a safe manner.

• For medication requiring refrigeration, passengers should make sure that they bring a cooler box with ice packs, and keep the medication with them for the duration of the flight.

>>

EXPECTANT MOTHERS AND PARENTS WITH BABIES

• Medical clearance to fly is only necessary if you are having complications with your pregnancy.

• Domestic travel is permitted up to 36 weeks for a routine pregnancy.

• International travel is permitted up to 35 weeks for a routine pregnancy.

All pregnant women beyond 28 weeks of gestation must provide a letter from their obstetrician, general practitioner or midwife stating the following:

• Term of pregnancy

• Fitness to travel

• Whether it is a single, multiple or high-risk pregnancy

• Any possible complications, including hypertensive passengers, history of premature labour, etc.

Infants are allowed to travel from seven days of age. Passengers are allowed to fly 10 days after major abdominal surgery. The special-bookings process must be followed.

>> COLOSTOMY BAGS

Travellers dependent on colostomy bags must ensure that they have an empty bag at the start of the journey. Passengers are responsible for carrying enough bags for the duration of the flight, and disposing of them in a responsible manner upon arrival at destination.

>> NUT AND OTHER ALLERGIES

Passengers who have serious allergies must bring it to the attention of our reservations department. Passengers are required to bring their own emergency medication, e.g. injectable epinephrine, such as an EpiPen.

South African Airways does not take responsibility for any allergens that may arise from food, medications, pets, rodents, dust mites, or nut and other allergens.

>> STOWAGE OF CARRY-ON ITEMS

Our cabin crew will assist with loading and retrieval of carry-on items, and small assistive devices stowed on board the aircraft.

These items must be small enough to be stowed without obstruction, and must meet SAA baggage policy requirements.

>> ON-BOARD WHEELCHAIR

All our aircrafts are equipped with an on-board wheelchair, allowing passengers to be escorted to and from the toilets. We also have seats with movable armrests that facilitate the transfer of a passenger from the on-board wheelchair to the seat and vice versa.

EVENTS

Looking for things to do after landing at one of SAA’s destinations? Consider these events.

•• KALEIDOSCOPE

MUSIC & ARTS

FESTIVAL 2026

The picturesque town of Prince Albert will once again come alive with music, creativity and community spirit as the Kaleidoscope Music & Arts Festival returns from 21 to 23 August 2026. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Karoo, the festival brings together acclaimed South African and international artists, emerging young talent, and arts enthusiasts for a vibrant celebration of music, collaboration and cultural exchange.

Founded by renowned violist Dr Louise Lansdown, the festival continues to grow beyond its chamber music roots, showcasing a diverse programme that includes performances by celebrated musicians Guy Buttery and Derek Gripper, alongside a host of talented performers and visual artists. A key focus of the festival is youth development, with more than 250 young musicians participating in workshops, performances and collaborative projects that support music education in the region.

Venue: Prince Albert, Western Cape Date: 21–23 August 2026

•• FRANSCHHOEK

BASTILLE FESTIVAL 2026

A celebration of French heritage, fine wine, and joie de vivre returns to the Cape Winelands as the Franschhoek Bastille Festival takes place on 11 and 12 July 2026. Set in South Africa’s renowned food and wine capital, the festival transforms the picturesque village of Franschhoek into a vibrant showcase of Frenchinspired culture, bringing together wine lovers, food enthusiasts, and visitors from across the country.

Festival-goers can look forward to exceptional wine tastings from some of the valley’s most celebrated wineries, gourmet food experiences, live entertainment, and a festive

atmosphere filled with the iconic colours of the French flag. From leisurely strolls through the bustling festival grounds to indulgent culinary pairings and lively celebrations, the event offers a memorable winter escape in one of the country’s most beautiful destinations. Whether you're raising a glass of Cap Classique,

enjoying world-class cuisine, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, the Franschhoek Bastille Festival promises a weekend of elegance, culture and unforgettable experiences. For more information, visit: www.franschhoekbastille. co.za/

Venue:Franschhoek, Western Cape Dates: 11–12 July 2026

•• THE BIG BAD MUSICAL

Roodepoort Theatre, in association with Stageworx, invites families to experience The Big Bad Musical from 16 to 30 July 2026 – a lively, interactive courtroom comedy where the audience becomes the jury. Set in Fairytale Land, the production follows the infamous Big Bad Wolf as he faces a class-action lawsuit brought by beloved storybook characters, including Little Red Riding Hood, her Grandmother, and the Three Little Pigs. As the trial unfolds, audiences are challenged to consider whether the Wolf is truly guilty or simply misunderstood.

Packed with original music, energetic performances, laugh-out-loud comedy, and plenty of audience participation, this heart-warming production celebrates empathy, understanding and the importance of seeing both sides of a story. Featuring a talented cast of Stageworx alumni, Accelerator Programme students, and emerging performers, The Big Bad Musical promises a magical theatre experience for audiences of all ages. For more information, visit www.roodepoorttheatre.com

Venue: Roodepoort Theatre, Johannesburg Dates: 16–30 July 2026

•• THE EAST COAST RADIO HOUSE + GARDEN SHOW

Art has the remarkable ability to transform a house into a home, adding personality, warmth and a sense of connection to every space. Celebrating this idea, the East Coast Radio House + Garden Show returns to the Durban Exhibition Centre from 27 June to 5 July 2026, showcasing an inspiring collection of artists, sculptors, framers and creative visionaries. Visitors can explore works by established and emerging artists, including exhibitions from the Durban Art Gallery, contemporary painters, travelling artists Jodie and Ryan Loubser, and nature-inspired artist Soekie Human. The show also highlights innovative décor solutions, custom framing, statement mirrors, and recycled art creations that demonstrate how creativity can breathe new life into any home. Whether you're searching for a striking painting, a unique sculpture, or the perfect finishing touch for your walls, this year's House + Garden Show offers endless inspiration for art lovers, homeowners, and collectors alike.

Venue: Durban Exhibition Centre, Durban

Dates: 27 June – 5 July 2026

•• ARTSCAPE WOMEN’S HUMANITY FESTIVAL 2026: A PLACE FOR ALL

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the Artscape Women’s Humanity Festival returns this August with a compelling programme dedicated to inclusion, justice, healing, and the empowerment of women. Under the theme A Place for All and sub-theme Women in Action, the festival coincides with Artscape Theatre Centre’s 55th anniversary and the 70th commemoration of the historic 1956 Women’s March, creating a powerful platform for reflection and advocacy.

Taking place throughout Women’s Month, the festival features theatre productions, dance, music, film screenings, exhibitions, workshops, and thought-provoking discussions. Highlights include the Women’s Humanity Walk, honouring struggle icon Sophie Williams-De Bruyn, alongside performances, book launches, documentaries and conversations that amplify women’s voices and champion equality for all. Through the arts, the festival continues to inspire dialogue, resilience and meaningful social change.

Venue: Artscape Theatre, Cape Town • Dates: August 2026

UNISA: Leading the Next Frontier of Global Higher Education

The University of South Africa (UNISA), one of the world’s largest and most influential open-distance and e-learning institutions, is stepping into a bold new chapter—one defined by digital transformation, research excellence and unmistakable global momentum. Over the past several years, UNISA has not only reaffirmed its leadership in the Global South but has positioned itself as a blueprint for how emerging-economy universities can compete—and thrive—on the world stage. This transformation is not accidental. It is intentional, strategic and anchored in a 150-year legacy of expanding access to quality higher education. Guided by Principal and Vice-Chancellor Professor Puleng LenkaBula’s visionary leadership, the university is embracing a future shaped by technology, research leadership and global collaboration. LenkaBula emphasises that internationalisation for UNISA is not symbolic but structural, embedded in partnerships, research networks and academic cooperation.

A Global Trajectory Defined by Research Strength and Rankings Momentum

The university’s ten catalytic niche areas—focused, amongst others, on renewable energy, biotechnology, 4IR technologies as well as space and digital innovation—now anchor more than half of its research output, ensuring that the research agenda remains intentional, development-driven and globally relevant.

UNISA’s research prowess is further evidenced by the collaboration between itself and the University of Namibia (UNAM) on the building of the first Africa Millimetre Telescope (AMT) on the Gamsberg Mountain in Namibia.

The AMT is also a landmark of African scientific leadership. UNISA and UNAM are the first institutions on the continent to co-lead such an ambitious astrophysics initiative, under the guidance of global research trailblazer and award-winning

UNISA Distinguished Professor of Astrophysics, James Chibueze. Chibueze has played a pivotal role in shaping the project’s scientific direction, international collaborations and capacity-building agenda. Through the AMT, UNISA is not only contributing to cutting-edge astrophysics but also expanding Africa’s footprint in global knowledge production and space-science innovation.

As Africa steps boldly into the era of frontier astrophysics, the Africa Millimetre Telescope (AMT) marks a defining moment in the continent’s scientific history. As the first millimetre-wave radio telescope ever constructed on African soil, the AMT positions the continent at the forefront of global black-hole imaging and millimetre astronomy. Its integration into the Event Horizon Telescope (EHT) network will significantly sharpen the world’s ability to produce time-resolved images of black holes, advancing our understanding of the universe.

UNISA’s long-term vision is as bold as it is focused: to become a globally competitive, research-intensive African university rooted in access, excellence and impact. Over the next five to seven years, UNISA aims to deepen its research power, strengthen global partnerships, expand digital infrastructure and elevate student success outcomes at scale. Its 2026–2030 strategic trajectory reflects an institution that is clear-eyed about its mission and unapologetically ambitious about its future. As Africa’s demographic rise accelerates—projected to constitute a major share of the global working-age population by 2050—UNISA’s role becomes even more pivotal. The university is positioned not just to educate millions, but to shape the knowledge ecosystems that will define Africa’s economic and social transformation.

www.unisa.ac.za

A Vision Anchored in the Future: The Next Five to Seven Years

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With South African Airways flying direct to Sao Pãulo four times a week, a short 3-hour onward connection will take you straight to Buenos Aires, Argentina. This European style destination appeals if you want to stretch your Rands.

Dubbed as the “Paris of South America”, Buenos Aires blends grand architecture with passionate culture. It’s family-friendly, with lots of green spaces, interactive museums, and a welcome atmosphere for children. Explore the colourful streets of La Boca, the historic Plaza de Mayo, and majestic Teatro Colón, while indulging in world-class asado (traditional barbeque), sweet dulce de leche and flaky empanadas. Shop wisely for things like leather, local design pieces and artisanal crafts at the markets of San Telmo and Palermo. Feeling spontaneous? South African passport holders do not require a visa for stays up to 90 days, but a yellow fever certificate is required when transiting through Brazil for the return to South Africa.

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Two retro-inspired, Chinese-made SUVs have made an immediate impression in SA. Combining brawny good looks with excellent value are the JETOUR T2 and the BAIC B30.

The rugged retro vibes are strong in these parts. Shaped by our beautiful geography and an historical desire to stride across it, we South Africans love vehicles that match our outdoor lifestyles. Especially if they look the part. Over the last few decades, we have purchased SUVs by the factory load, with a particular fondness

for boxy retro-inspired models that range from Toyota’s various Landcruiser models to the new-gen Land Rover Defender. There’s only been one problem … these vehicles have also come with a gravelcrushing price tag.

It should come as no surprise then that the two models on these pages have proved a roaring success. Given

the success its compatriots have enjoyed in our country, it should also come as no surprise that they both come from China. Drawing a little inspiration from Ford’s iconic Bronco, and quite a lot from Land Rover’s Defender, they may not quite have the off-road abilities of the OGs, but they certainly have the looks.

WORDS Steve Smith

JETOUR T2

As part of Chinese automotive giants Chery, the Jetour T2 has arrived in South Africa with plenty of hype. With chunky proportions, squared-o lines and genuine road presence, the T2 stands out in an ever increasingly crowded Chinese SUV market, delivering a visual drama that its fellow well-priced vehicles can’t match. Add to that a premium-feeling cabin with a large 10.25-inch infotainment screen, digital instrumentation, and generous interior space, and the T2 feels more expensive than it is.

It comes with two turbopetrol engine options – a 1.5-litre (125 kW/270 Nm) and a 2.0-litre (80 kW/375 Nm) – and a plug-in hybrid (265 kW/610 Nm).

On the road, all o er a ride quality and steering surprisingly re ned for such a rugged-looking vehicle. It’s not without its faults though: that rear boot opening is a bit narrow, the throttle mapping/calibration can sometimes leave for hesitant pull-o s and, though perhaps a little unfair to call a “fault”, the T2 is not a true hardcore o -roader despite its adventurous image. Unlike rivals such as the GWM Tank 300 or Toyota Fortuner, it uses a monocoque platform and lacks low-range gearing, making it better suited to gravel roads and light trails than serious overlanding.

Still, we are clearly embracing the formula. Sales have exceeded expectations with over 1 000 T2s sold in April, indicating that the T2 succeeds where it matters most: it looks desirable, feels modern and o ers exceptional value in a style-conscious SUV segment. •• RANGE

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BAIC B30

O ering similarly bold-looking oroad SUV looks and excellent bangfor-your-buck is the BAIC B30. The squared-o design, chunky wheel arches and modern LED lighting, along with a spacious cabin featuring dual digital displays (14.6 and 10-25-inch), a minimalist dashboard layout and a generous list of standard equipment, all make for an equally compelling purchase pitch.

You get a choice of two powertrains: a 1.5-litre, four-cylinder turbopetrol (138 kW/305 Nm), and a hybrid powertrain that pairs that 1.5-litre with either a single or dual electricmotor setup (246 kW/550 Nm and 301 kW/685 Nm). Performance is respectable for the turbopetrol and

quite a bit brisker in the hybrid. Both feel smooth and re ned during daily driving on tar, with handling on poor road surfaces and gravel equally con dent. Also a monocoque chassis, ride comfort is baked in, but don’t expect sporty dynamics and too much in the way of steering feel and overall driving engagement.

Like the Jetour, one of the B30’s biggest strengths is its pricing and, while it may not rede ne the segment, it makes a strong rst impression, o ering solid practicality, modern styling and excellent value in an increasingly competitive SUV market.

Like the Jetour T2, we can’t talk about long-term reliability and resale value quite yet – all challenges that continue to face newer Chinese brands in our market – however, with the B30 now being assembled here in SA (and the T2 from 2027), those metrics look increasingly promising too.

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When I received news that I had been awarded the 2026 Hasselblad Award, I understood immediately that this recognition was bigger than me. This honour carries weight. I am only the second black person from the African continent to receive the award, and the first black, queer South African to do so. That changes the scope of the conversation entirely. It says something about whose voices are finally being recognised, whose histories are entering global archives, and whose lives are being acknowledged as worthy of memory.

Photography, like many industries, has long been shaped through male dominated and heteronormative structures. So for a black queer visual activist from South Africa to stand in this space matters deeply. It signals that the world is beginning to listen differently. Not only to me, but to the many communities, histories, and struggles carried within the work.

What matters to me is producing work that is archivable, educational, and transformative. I have often funded and produced work independently because waiting for permission or institutional support would have limited what could be done. Beyond exhibitions, my work has always extended into education and mentorship. In 2015, I received an honorary professorship in recognition of how my work contributes to academic knowledge and scholarship.

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ZANELE MUHOLI is a globally celebrated visual activist, humanitarian, founder of the Muholi Art Institute, and 2026 Hasselblad Award recipient. She is an avid reader, passionate traveller, and lover of traditional music. Her work bridges memory, activism, and human connection.

I have received an honorary doctorate from the University of Liège in Belgium (2023), was appointed Honorary Professor of video and photography at the University of the Arts/Hochschule für Künste in Bremen, Germany (2013), and completed an MFA in Documentary Media at Ryerson University, Toronto (2009).

I have remained consistent in my message for decades. I have never shifted from documenting black, queer and trans existence, particularly within South Africa. My work has always been rooted in visibility, dignity, resistance, and archive. This recognition is not about individual success alone. It is about acknowledging the lives and stories of the people who trusted me enough to stand before my lens.

When I look at projects such as Faces and Phases or Somnyama Ngonyama, I do not only see photographs. I see testimony. I see historical evidence. I see lives that refuse erasure.

South Africa carries many untold stories.Too many people die with their memories unpublished, undocumented, and unarchived.Too many families lose histories that never enter books or institutions. This could have been your mother, my mother, our neighbours, our communities. That is why I believe photography is not simply an art form. It is a tool of preservation. A way of ensuring future generations know that we were here.

For me, these honours speak to the importance of cultural production as intellectual labour. The images do not exist in isolation.They inform research, shape discourse, and create pathways for others who may still feel hidden inside different closets, silences, or forms of exclusion. Teaching also remains central to my practice. Through mentorship programmes, residencies, workshops, and initiatives such as Photo XP, I continue working with younger generations of artists and photographers. Communities must be supported in telling their own stories and building their own archives.

Alongside this, I continue publishing extensively, with major publications documenting both the work and the histories surrounding it. Supporting other artists through commissions, collaborations, and shared platforms also remains part of my responsibility.

At the heart of everything I do is a belief that South Africa has extraordinary stories, people, landscapes, and cultural histories that deserve greater recognition globally. We are a country filled with beauty that many still do not know, including our own people.

What I live for is ensuring that we produce, process, and archive for the generations still to come.