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Transport Minister vetoes FlySafair exemption

Minister of Transport, Barbara CrissyFlySafair’s request to be exempted from certain provisions of the Air Services Licensing Act is “premature”. , will have. “disastrous consequences” For the South African aviation industry. In a media statement, the minister said the board was still considering the submissions from the recent meeting between FlySafair and the complainant, Global

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Loyalty no longer goes the extra mile

Airline loyalty miles are losing their power, prompting travelers to chase bonuses in exchange for points. Loyalty programs for South African leisure and corporate travelers are still attractive, but there is now a greater emphasis on leveling up to enjoy premium benefits rather than accumulating miles. : Frequent flyers David van den Hever-LiebenbergDirector and travel

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Air travel round-up: Emirates ups capacity on key routes

Emirates capacity to Copenhagen Emirates has reintroduced its A380 to the Copenhagen route, offering 43% more seats. The Emirates A380 serving Copenhagen offers travelers a two-class configuration with 58 lie-flat seats in Business Class and 557 spacious seats in Economy Class. Daily flight EK151 departs Dubai at 08:30 and arrives in Copenhagen at 12:30. Return

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Study sparks concern over CT’s popular beaches

A recent study by Cape Town scientists, Dr Yes Barnes and professor Leslie Patrick sparked a dispute with the City of Cape Town over the quality of the city’s coastal waters. The controversy revolves around the findings of Project Blue, a citizen-led pilot study conducted in November and December 2024. The study suggested possible sewage

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