OR Tambo International Airport processed more than 993,000 travellers, a 22% increase in traveller volume year on year. More than five million people crossed South Africa's border over the festive season. In 43 days, more than 27,000 people were denied entry and deported, the Border Management Authority said.
OR Tambo International Airport processed more than 993 000 travellers, a 22% increase in traveller volume year on year. More than five million people crossed South Africa 's border over the festive season . In 43 days, more than 27 000 people were denied entry and deported, the Border Management Authority said.
During a briefing by the Border Management Authority (BMA) Commissioner Mike Masiapato on Sunday, he said that between 6 December and 18 January, the BMA facilitated the legitimate movement of 5 096 288 travellers across 71 ports of entry. Masiapato said there was an increase of around one million travellers year on year, but that numbers had not yet risen to those seen prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, which were around six million travellers. News24 previously reported that the BMA said that during the festive period, there is a significant increase in the movement of people and goods across the various ports of entry. The BMA said that In addition, about 380 additional personnel were brought in to work at selected ports during the festive season
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