Latest News & Developments
king shaka international airport
R80k for a Jozi to Durban jet? Netizens debate the price of luxury travel
Discover the contrasting perspectives on private air travel between Johannesburg and Durban, as social media debates the high costs and practicality of charter flights compared to traditional transport options.
Navigating the skies: the impact of South Africa’s aviation recovery on business travel
Discover how South Africa's airline industry is rebounding and what this means for local business travellers.
LIFT passengers face multiple delays at King Shaka International Airport
Passengers flying with LIFT from King Shaka International Airport to OR Tambo International Airport experienced significant delays, leading to frustration and missed appointments.
Passenger traffic soars: Acsa celebrates 91 percent recovery during 2024 holidays
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) announced a remarkable 91 percent recovery in passenger traffic during the 2024 festive season, despite facing operational challenges at key airports.
Seven injured in structural collapse at construction site near King Shaka International Airport
Seven individuals sustained injuries after a structural collapse at a construction site near King Shaka International Airport, prompting a swift response from multiple emergency services.
Durban's King Shaka International Airport expands routes ahead of peak travel season
King Shaka International Airport in Durban announces new routes and expanded flight frequencies, enhancing connectivity across Southern Africa as travel demand surges this summer.
Severe weather causes flight disruptions at King Phalo Airport in East London
King Phalo Airport in East London is experiencing significant flight disruptions due to severe weather, with ACSA advising travellers to check with airlines for updates.
FlySafair's FA424 Lanseria-Durban flight grounded at OR Tambo after striking bird
FlySafair flight FA424 was diverted to OR Tambo after a bird strike on departure from Lanseria.
Zulu/British royalties confronted by craziness
THE Zulu and British royal families, including King Misuzulu, experienced drama in South Africa when women attempted to lodge attacks in unrelated separate events late this week.
LOOK: King Shaka statue finally unveiled at Durban airport
Travellers to Durban's King Shaka International Airport (KSIA) will finally be able to view the massive King Shaka statue.
FINALLY! KZN government to unveil King Shaka statue next month
The unveiling will be done as a tribute to King Shaka, in partnership with national government and the Zulu Royal House.
Six dead in head-on collision on R102 in KwaZulu-Natal
A devastating head-on collision on the R102 near Darnall in KwaZulu-Natal has claimed six lives and left several others injured. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash while intensifying road safety measures in the region.
Spaghetti Junction road closures: What you need to know
Sanral announces road closures for EB Cloete (Spaghetti Junction) bridge works from October to November, affecting the route from Durban CBD to King Shaka International Airport.
Acsa confirms investigation after gun accidentally fires at Durban airport
It is alleged that a man had been waiting for passengers to arrive from Thailand when his gun fell and accidentally fired a shot. No one was hurt.
It’s not a secret, we haven’t set a date yet: Department speaks out about unveiling King Shaka statue
The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture in KwaZulu-Natal says a date for the unveiling of the King Shaka statue at Durban's King Shaka International Airport is yet to be made public.
COMMENT: Death at King Shaka International Airport raises alarms over inadequate emergency protocols
A passenger’s death at the King Shaka International Airport has raised questions around safety and emergency protocol at some of country’s so-called award winning airports.
Durban Direct takes flight: Unlocking the tourism potential of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban Direct together with Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs has embarked on a trade mission to Zambia and Zimbabwe in the hope of facilitating air services between KZN and these regions.
Medical emergency process explained after passenger collapses and dies at King Shaka International Airport
Airports Company South Africa (Acsa) said King Shaka International Airport has contracted ER24 as the primary response to stabilise and resuscitate persons in need at the airport.
No disruptions expected during e-hailing strike in KZN, says ACSA
According to ACSA, there are contingency plans set in place to make sure that airport operations continue uninterrupted during the strike.
Two travellers die at South Africa's major airports, ACSA confirms
The airports company also confirmed that an unidentified male passenger passed away at King Shaka International Airport.
Avis relaunches chauffeured transfer service
After being negatively impacted by Covid-19, the car hire solution announced the return of its safe and reliable chauffeured transfer solution.
Ngizwe Mchunu reacts to FlySafair banning him from flying with the airline
After causing a stir on a FlySafair flight from Durban to Cape Town, Ngizwe Mchunu says the domestic carrier has barred him from travelling with the airline.
Ngizwe Mchunu demands apology after FlySafair bans him from future flights
Former radio presenter Ngizwe Mchunu has demanded that the low-cost airline apologise to him and the entire Zulu kingdom.
WATCH: Netizens react to Ngizwe Mchunu’s disruptive behaviour on FlySafair flight
‘This is inconsiderate of other passengers,’ say netizens after controversial media personality Ngizwe Mchunu causes disruption on flight.
FlySafair says it could ban Ngizwe Mchunu for in-flight antics
Kirby Gordon, chief marketing officer at FlySafair confirmed the incident and that appropriate actions will be taken in accordance with procedures, which include ‘barring the individuals involved’.