CAPE TOWN – Cape Town International Airport has warned passengers to expect longer queues on Friday amid ongoing taxi violence in the city.
At least a dozen people have been killed this month in the violence. Western Cape Police Commissioner General Sizakhele Dyantyi has also threatened to shut down taxi ranks if clashes between rival taxi factions continue.
In a statement on Friday, the airport said passengers were experiencing longer-than-usual queues at security screening points due to operational staffing constraints linked to the ongoing taxi violence.
Malcolm Koopman, acting regional manager at Cape Town International Airport said at least 50 percent of staff could not get to work on Friday.
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“Passengers are encouraged to monitor traffic updates and check their flight status directly with their airline or via the ACSA app. Our teams are working to manage passenger flow and minimise disruptions,” the statement read.
The airport has advised passengers to allow extra time for processing, recommending that those travelling internationally arrive at least four hours before departure, while domestic passengers should arrive at least three hours before their flights.