The Botswana sky is about to welcome a new rhythm, a new connection. On November 4, 2025, the air route between Gaborone and Johannesburg will transform from a journey into a gateway, with a new double-daily, non-stop service from South African Airways (SAA). This isn’t just a flight; it’s a promise of closer ties and a more dynamic future for the region.
This new service is a direct result of the Botswana Air Access strategy, an initiative that has brought together a coalition of key industry players to make air travel to Botswana’s airports easier and more efficient. The significance of this route cannot be overstated. Johannesburg is already a major hub, a bustling nerve centre for travel in the region. By adding this direct link, Botswana isn’t just tapping into that energy; it’s becoming an integral part of it. The new service will open up a seamless flow of opportunity, allowing ideas, businesses, and people to move freely and efficiently between these two vibrant nations.
This partnership with SAA is a testament to the shared vision for a more prosperous and interconnected Southern Africa. It’s a bold step forward, a clear signal that both nations are ready to invest in a future where collaboration and easy access fuel growth. With this new service, the skies above Botswana and South Africa will become a vibrant highway of progress, carrying the hopes and dreams of a region poised for takeoff.
