OR Tambo International Airport implements new security changes that could effect passengers
Passengers travelling through OR Tambo International Airport may experience delays due to new security procedures. Here’s what you must know.
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Events
Proteas homecoming details confirmed: Here’s what you must know
South Africa’s Proteas cricket team will arrive home on Wednesday after winning the World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord’s.
News
Watch: Amajita receive hero’s welcome at OR Tambo International Airport [video]
Amajita were welcomed by fans and officials at OR Tambo International Airport following their U-20 Afcon victory and now prepare for the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile.
News
ACSA clears the air on alleged abuse of OR Tambo porters
ACSA has rejected claims of harassment and exploitation after porters at OR Tambo International Airport accused the company of mistreatment and permit revocations.
Crime
Cocaine worth R16 million from Brazil intercepted at OR Tambo Airport
Preliminary investigations revealed that the cocaine was en route from São Paulo, Brazil, to France via South Africa.
Crime
Drug mule arrested at OR Tambo with cocaine bullets in stomach
A 55-year-old Nigerian drug mule was arrested at OR Tambo Airport after swallowing cocaine bullets. Authorities say Brazil remains a key trafficking hub.
Travel
FlySafair responds to OR Tambo refuelling saga with travel updates
In a statement released this afternoon, FlySafair confirmed that the refuelling issue at OR Tambo caused delays across numerous routes.
Travel
Refuelling challenges cause delays at OR Tambo International Airport
ACSA issued a statement confirming the disruption, attributing the issue to technical difficulties affecting the airport’s refuelling infrastructure.
Crime
Second drug mule caught smuggling cocaine at OR Tambo airport this week
Large cocaine bullets packaged in a plastic belt and wrapped around her torso were discovered with officials estimating their street value to be at R1.8 million.
Crime
Mule captured trying to smuggle R1.8m worth of drugs at OR Tambo airport
The suspect had flown into Johannesburg from São Paulo, Brazil, a known hotspot for cocaine trafficking.
Crime
German narc lord on INTERPOL’s most-wanted red list arrested at OR Tambo
For eight years, the suspect used fake German and Israeli passports to move around the continent, evading INTERPOL’s hot trail by hiding in plain sight.
Travel
FlySafair blasted for system outage at OR Tambo International Airport
OR Tambo International Airport experienced chaos on domestic flights as FlySafair faced a system outage, on Wednesday.
Crime
Latest OR Tambo Airport drug mule releases more than 110 cocaine bullets
A latest drug mule arrested at OR Tambo International Airport has released over 110 cocaine bullets, police confirmed.
Crime
Namibian woman caught at OR Tambo with cocaine-stashed capsules in her stomach
A Namibian woman was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport with more than 60 cocaine capsules hidden in her stomach.
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Traveller’s death at OR Tambo International Airport raises suspicion
A traveller’s death after a fall at OR Tambo International Airport is under investigation, alongside another incident at King Shaka International Airport on the same day.
Crime
Nigerian drug mule caught at OR Tambo Airport with cocaine stashed in airport headphones
A Nigerian drug mule was arrested at OR Tambo Airport with cocaine hidden in airline headphones.
Travel
Rotational delays affect flights at OR Tambo Airport: Here’s what we know
OR Tambo International Airport faced significant disruptions as rotational delays impacted flight schedules across the board.
Events
Team SA homecoming: Here’s everything you must know
The homecoming event will take place at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.
Crime
Brazilian drug mule caught at OR Tambo Airport makes first court appearance
A body search revealed approximately 4kg of cocaine concealed in a body wrap. Ramos was immediately arrested and charged.
Travel
OR Tambo Airport clears the air on immigration counter processing times
OR Tambo Airport has issued a statement in response to reports of increased processing times at immigration counters
News
BMA intercepts 28 Bangladeshi immigrants at OR Tambo Airport
The travellers were in contravention of the South African Immigration Act by possessing fraudulent travel documents.
Travel
OR Tambo Airport departure flights delayed on Friday, 26 April 2024 – Here’s why
Departure flights at O.R. Tambo International Airport faced delays on Friday, 26 April 2024. Here are the latest updates.
News
Truck crash affects OR Tambo Airport traffic: Motorists warned to avoid R24
Gauteng traffic officials have cordoned off a section of the R24 westbound near Edenvale following a truck crash, on Wednesday. R24 West near Edenvale closed: Alternative routes to and from OR Tambo Aiport PLEASE NOTE: The third-party content below is shared on our platform for journalistic purposes. Swisher Post, its parent company, partners and affiliates
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SAA shoots down OR Tambo Airport ‘incursion’ incident as fake news [video]
South African Airways (SAA) has dismissed claims of a runway incursion incident at OR Tambo Airport as misinformation.
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Watch: Teboho Mokoena gushes over Malema: ‘He’s my favourite president in the country’ [video]
Bafana Bafana attacker Teboho Mokoena lauded Julius Malema as his ‘favourite president’, a remark that sparked mixed reactions.
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Sea of red greets Bafana Bafana at OR Tambo Airport [video]
Bafana Bafana were met by a sea of red at OR Tambo International Airport, on Wednesday, including EFF leader Julius Malema.
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Watch: Dricus du Plessis gets hero’s welcome at OR Tambo Airport [video]
UFC Middleweight World Champion Dricus du Plessis received a hero’s welcome at OR Tambo International Airport.
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Gautrain delay leaves OR Tambo-bound travellers outraged [video]
The Gautrain servicing the North-South line, with stops at OR Tambo, experienced delays, with commuters stuck between Midrand and Marlboro.
News
South Africans evacuated from Gaza land at OR Tambo International Airport [video]
Nineteen South African nationals, stranded in Gaza since 7 October 2023, landed safely at OR Tambo International Airport on Tuesday.
Crime
Five suspects arrested for drug trafficking
Two suspects are employed by ACSA, two are from Menzies Aviation and one is from Swissport.