EZINE June 2019

WHO AM I JUNE 2019
AIRPORTS COMPANY SOUTH AFRICA MONTHLY MAGAZINE

ON THE BUILDING BLOCKS
MONEY TRAIL
INVESTING IN EDUCATION
THE IMPORTANCE OF INFRASTRUCTURE FOR A
INVESTOR ROADSHOWS
BETTER FUTURE

RETAIL THERAPY

WHY AIRPORTS HAVE BECOME
A SHOPPER’S DELIGHT

MAPPING A NEW PATH

WHAT THE SOUTH-TO-SOUTH
CORRIDOR WOULD MEAN FOR US

AND OUR PASSENGERS

CLEAR LEADERSHIP

COACH DANIEL MUNSLOW TELLS US
WHAT AIRPORTS COMPANY SOUTH
AFRICA’S NEW COMMUNICATION MEANS

www.airports.co.za

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CEO CORNER

WITH

BONGIWE MBOMVU

Dear Colleagues,
Welcome to the group newsletter, now in the form of an e-Zine and a printed magazine. It’s a pleasure to be here among people who are the
pulse of Airports Company South Africa.
As the Company Acting CEO, it’s very important to me that we keep the lines of communication open between the executive and employees;
and what better platform to utilise than this.
I’m looking forward to engaging with all of you during the upcoming CEO Roadshows to see if we are still on track when it comes to RUNNING,
DEVELOPING and GROWING not just the infrastructure, but the people as well.
To this end, I’d like to take this opportunity to share some of the highlights from the past few months.

Airports Company South Africa’s IT division has deployed a dedicated traveller open access wireless network across O.R. Tambo,
Cape Town and King Shaka International Airports. For the regional airports, a wireless link has been built to each airport. All this is to
improve the wi-fi quality, accessibility and ease of use when accessing #AIRPORTS_FREE_WIFI at these airports. e connections for the
regions are being investigated.

The board has approved several projects that have been in the pipeline. These include a new aligned runway and capacity expansion
of the domestic terminal at Cape Town International Airport; the refurbishment for both the Tank Farm and Terminal A, and remote
apron stands for more aircraft parking spaces at O.R. Tambo International Airport; and the development of apron stands and a taxiway
expansion at King Shaka International Airport.

Since being awarded the tender in Zambia for the operational readiness of a new terminal building at Kenneth Kaunda International
Airport, we are proud to say that 30% of the ORAT component is completed and Airports Company South Africa has shared our
learnings in ensuring a seamless transition into the new terminal building.

Well done to Team Airports Company South Africa for exceeding the expectations of Zambia Airport Authority in the completion of the
assessment phase.
There are a lot of great things happening at Airports Company South Africa that have heralded what can only be a good year. I’m looking
forward to sharing more of them as they unfold. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled to the CEO CORNER of this magazine, as well as look out for
my monthly bulletin, which comes in the form of an interactive PDF, where more detail about my various pursuits is provided.
Let me extend my sincere thank you to each one of you for continuing to make Airports Company South Africa the success story that it is.
Best wishes always,

B.M.

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Company South Africa as a business, as well Two Oceans Marathon, and we look forward R.S.
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work family. Comrades Marathon in June.
On Page 4&5, we dip our hats to our Let’s not forget to give a special shout out to
SED division and East London Airport for Cape Town International Airport electrical
identifying the needs and challenges facing maintenance engineer, Tshegofatso
Tsholomnqa High School in the Eastern
Cape. With the incredible assistance we are
lending this rural school, pupils and teachers

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HIGHLIGHTS

AVIATION DEVELOPMENT

“Collaboration remains key to the success of our airport, and we will
continue to play our part within the broader aviation and tourism value
chain.” This was one of the remarks from the Cape Town International
Airport General Manager, Deon Cloete, during the opening of the
Aviation Development (AviaDev) Conference. Delegates from across the
globe came to the airport, which hosted the 2019 AviaDev edition. The
conference addresses the transport and tourism industries around the
world. The main meeting was a great networking opportunity between
airports, airlines, tourism authorities, governments and industry
suppliers who are dedicated to growing connectivity within the African
continent.

KING SHAKA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

King Shaka International Airport has given the young minds of Cottonlands
Primary School the gift of reading by donating a library to the school. The donation
to the school, located at Ndwendwe in Verulam, is just another example of
Airports Company South Africa’s ongoing commitment to improving the lives
of community members within their area of operation. King Shaka International
Airport Socio-Economic Development (SED) Specialist, Paul Makhanya remarked:
“We witnessed a culture of excellence at Cottonlands Primary, where the school
is supported by educators committed to achieving good results regardless of the
lack of money and resources. It is evident that the new library will further engrave
values of hard-working and dedication.”

AIRPORTS COMPANY SOUTH
AFRICA HOSTS ACI 50th
WORLD SECURITY STANDING
COMMITTEE

Airports Company South recently hosted 30 aviation security
delegates from across the globe at the ACI 50thWorld Security
Standing Committee Meeting. The event held at the end of
April in Cape Town and focused on aviation issues including
security strategy, global threats picture and the future of
aviation security among other key themes.
“ACI World Security Committee’s goal is to be a leading voice in aviation security, by shaping the global agenda and helping ACI members build
and maintain strong security, said Jason Tshabalala, Airports Company South Africa’s Group Manager: Aviation Security. “To achieve this the
committee represents the airports interest by defining the future of aviation security, influencing decision makers and working with partners to
promote airport excellence by sharing information with members and developing guidance material and capacity building,” Tshabalala added.
Airports Company South Africa also hosted a formal dinner for the delegates attended by the Organisation’s Chief Operating Officer, Fundi
Sithebe, as well as a full day of activities at some key Cape Town tourists’ attractions. The Company received positive feedback from the event
organizer, ACI and the delegates who attended the event. “It was an honor and privilege that we were tasked with the responsibility of hosting
the 50th WSSC meeting,” Tshabalala concluded.

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SOCIO-ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT

The month of June is the crucial mid-
year exams for school-going youngsters
across the country.

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For the pupils of Tsholomnqa High School, however, this period becomes a dreaded time of con-

tending with freezing weather conditions and drenched classrooms while trying to write their exams.
The high school, based in Tsholomnqa Village within Buffalo City Metro Municipality in the Eastern
Cape, has been a pitiful sight of crumbling infrastructure, broken furniture and pot-holed floors. But
hope is on the horizon.
Thanks to Airports Company South Africa, the construction of a new brick wall around the high school
has started! On Friday 3 May 2019, a progress project viewing was held by the company’s Socio-
Economic Development (SED) division accompanied by members of East London Airport.
The school accommodates 809 learners from Grade 8 to 12, has 27 teachers and 18 classrooms, scholar
transport and supports nine surrounding villages.
The project kicked off after Airports Company South Africa visited the school and identified the glaring
challenges and trials, including:
• Limited teaching space – The school didn’t have enough classrooms. The overcrowded classrooms

made it difficult for teachers to manage the class;
• Lack of teaching resources - The science lab had no infrastructure and met the minimum standards

of teaching and learning;
• The computer lab needed revamping and equipping;
• No library – The school needed a library with the required materials;
• Inadequate equipment - All 18 classrooms had old desks and chairs, most of which were broken and

some unusable.
Some classrooms had broken windows and doors with holes in the floors;
• The high rate of learner barriers - Teachers were not adequately trained to deal with learners who

couldn’t read or write;
• No waste management - Learners and teachers were not orientated on waste management

practices, and the school needed large bins;
• Lack of security – There was no security other than a Clear Vu fence the Department of Basic

Education had erected; and
• No proper toilets - The school had no decent toilets. The learners and teachers used pit toilets.

Airports Company South Africa undertook a maintainable
project to support and uplift the community through the
SED division, and recently started the construction and
refurbishment of the school.

The company undertook to:
• Construct four classrooms;
• Construct and equip one new science lab;
• Construct and equip a computer lab;
• Construct and equip a library and study room;
• Refurbish the old science lab into a staff room;
• Cover the assembly area (multipurpose facility);
• Fully equip all classrooms with furniture.
There was also a recruitment drive to find and employ
three teachers for Agriculture, Hospitality, Information
Technology, Math and Science.

Thanks to Airports Company South
Africa, the only thing the children
attending Tsholomnqa High School
will have to worry about is their
passing grade!

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BRIGHT SPARK - CAPE TOWN
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

ENGINEER HONOURED WITH
PRESTIGIOUS AWARD

Cape Town
International
Airport and
Airports Company
South Africa wish
to congratulate
Tshegofatso on her
achievements.
We are incredibly
proud and will
watch her future
career with eager
anticipation.

Cape Town International Airport’s are pushing the envelope and making Her skill set and hard work have led her to
string of top accolades keeps unfurling strides in their careers. The BMFWC implement programmes that drastically
like an elaborate spider’s web. After a supports and promotes the empowerment reduced energy management, which has
successful jaunt at the recent Skytrax of managerial leadership for black people resulted in a substantial saving for the
Awards, another award was bestowed within organisations. business.
upon our electrical maintenance engineer, An ardent marathon runner, the University She has also developed the entire Assent
Tshegofatso Oshupeng-Ntombela, by the of Stellenbosch graduate is a registered Life Cycle programme for electrical
Black Management Forum Western Cape professional engineer who is making her infrastructure at CTIA and has positively
(BMFWC). way in a traditionally male-dominated changed the way Airports Company South
environment. Africa manages this process.
She was presented with the prestigious She has been incredibly successful in Additionally, she has taken over certain
Young Professional of the Year award for her the role of Acting Manager: Electrical roles previously outsourced such as master
excellence as a young manager. Maintenance, a position she has held for planning and other design elements for the
just over a year. environment.
The Western Cape Black Excellence Award
is significant because it celebrates industry
professionals within the Western Cape who

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BUILDING TOWARDS
2025 THROUGH
INVESTOR ROADSHOWS

When working on major infrastructure projects, funding is crucial. This is
where Investor Roadshows come in. Airports Company South Africa’s annual
roadshows not only increase stakeholder satisfaction and contribute to airport
traffic but also enhance our reputation, improve passenger experience, and
diversify the company’s business. Airports Company South Africa’s Group
Treasurer, Aubrey Matlabe, shared more about the roadshows.

The 2019 financial year may have just begun, but Airports Communicating the company’s infrastructure plans and vision is
very important; hence a clear and powerful message needs to be
Company South Africa’s executive team has long been hard at work shared by the executive team during the annual roadshows.
raising much-needed funds for critical projects that will ensure the Airports Company South Africa aims to grow its footprint to
company keeps up with the best global trends. increase exposure to diverse methods by 2025, thus allowing the
This year alone, we raised R7-billion through the Investor company to learn, grow and improve the way airports are run.
Roadshows, which took place over a week in April. The hours were “We needed funding mostly for the major projects that we are
demanding, and the work intensive, but the results were worth it currently doing and want to accomplish when it comes to capital
in ensuring the company’s airports will develop innovatively and expenditure,” said Aubrey. “These projects focus mostly on our
continue to run efficiently. international airports. At Cape Town International Airport, we
“As exciting as it may be to get investors, the roadshow week want a new realigned runway; at O.R. Tambo International
becomes the busiest week for the executive team. It is not just a Airport, we want to fix the area where the aircraft are parked,
trip for us; we have to focus on what we want to achieve,” expressed and at King Shaka International Airport, we want to expand the
Aubrey. “Getting investors to be financially involved with our taxiway, which is the platform where aircraft move when on the
projects is not an easy task. As a team, we have to come up with ground,” explained Aubrey.
good strategies to present our initiatives, performances, and funding
plans in order to attract investors and potential investors as well.”

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RETAIL THERAPY
ON THE GO

In the beginning, The retail space is the biggest some shopping done. We are also working
airports were nothing on specific rates for local shoppers in terms
to write home about. commercial contributor to Airports of parking fees and other offerings.”
Fast forward to the 21st Company South Africa, and there are plans Global trends speak to incredible revenues
century where largesse to make it an even bigger priority in line emanating from retail with the Changi
is the order of the day with Vision 2025 and global trends. Airport Singapore raking in over $1.6 billion
“We have grown tremendously over the in revenue in 2017 and Dubai International
with architectural years, and the importance of retail to the Airport hitting the $2 billion mark
considerations placing business cannot be overstated,” began recently. Duty-free is the biggest revenue
a huge focus on retail. Lebohang Moleke, Senior Manager: Special generator in retail, with most travellers
In essence, the airport Retail. taking advantage of duty-free products.
has transcended flying. “Airports are not what they used to be, and From a South African perspective, duty-
we have great plans in the pipeline to make free offerings are also in line with world-
sure that the airport site is about more than wide trends where global brands take
just flying. We want people to come here precedence.
with their families to enjoy a meal, go to “Luxury items are usually the preserve of
the viewing deck to take in the magnificent our tourists who often have longer dwell
scenery, watch flights take off and land, time in our airports,” Lebohang continued.
do their banking even on Sundays, and get

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“However, tourists also prefer our uniquely JUNE 2019
African offerings and our curio shops with
local arts and crafts along with other South
African or African products have proved to be
quite popular.”
While well-known brands line the airport
environment, Airports Company South
Africa reserves space exclusively for small
retailers through their kiosks. Members
from previously disadvantaged groups have
utilised these spaza shop-style kiosks with
great aplomb. They have garnered new
entrepreneurial skills with some retailers
going on to the big time.
Airports Company South Africa’s Corporate
Affairs brain trust is also thinking out of
the box when it comes to reimagining the
airport environment. The company has lined
up events for non-aeronautical consumers
including a fashion show, themed live
performances and pop-up shops.
“Airport retail is evolving, and we are evolving
with it while keeping abreast of global trends.
We are also upgrading our digital footprint in
the retail space with more digital offerings
for our consumers, keeping in line with our
other aeronautical digital gains,” Lebohang
concluded.

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THE BUSINESS PROCESS
MANAGEMENT
Approximately seven minutes into our
How Airports more efficient and will ensure that we realise
Company conversation, Vuwani Mutshembele reached our ambitions and goals regarding Vision 2025.
for the flip chart to place further emphasis on BPM is a discipline involving any combination
South Africa his passion for Business Process Management of modelling, automation, execution, control,
is changing (BPM). Mutshembele is the Technical Assistant measurement and optimisation of business
to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and on a activity flows, in support of enterprise goals,
the game mission to change the game. spanning systems, employees, customers and
“Business Process Management is partners within and beyond the enterprise
revolutionary,” beamed Mutshembele. “BPM boundaries. In other words, BPM is a discipline;
will enable Airports Company South Africa to be it is a practice; it is something you do,”
Mutshembele continued.

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“Customer-centricity is key for us; we want to be a process-driven On 11 June 2019, the Company will have a BPM Day with its staff
organisation, and the last element that we are advocating for is to formally introduce the system.
the integration of our business units. We found BPM to be the ideal “BPM Day is crucial for us in keeping our staff involved in all that
management discipline to assist us in meeting our objectives.” we do as an organisation,” explained Mutshembele.
The Company has evolved beyond domestic responsibilities “We want to showcase the progress of what we have done up
by attracting international interest after being approached for to this point. This showcase will be done by the relevant group
advisory and training services and has potential partners for airport executives and managers, whereby they will be taking us through
concession bidding purposes. The success the company has had their respective processes. These processes will also shed light on
with India and Brazil has affirmed Airports Company South Africa’s where the interaction points are within the organisation. The COO
confidence into branching out further into the world. will provide context on Vision 2025; we will reward and recognise
To this effect, the organisation has cemented itself as a prominent champions of the project and unveil our BPM training centre.
figure and leader on the African continent and is in the process “Outside of the showcase, it will be a day of fun and games around
of implementing Vision 2025: a quest for global domination. BPM. Thus far, people have reacted well to BPM and are excited by
In summary, Vision 2025 is a mission “to be the most sought- the visibility of their work in terms of how they are adding value
after partner in the world for the provision of sustainable airport to the company. This is very important because BPM also gives
management solutions by 2025.” people confidence about their work and what they are doing,”
“BPM is absolutely critical in becoming the most sought-after concluded Mutshembele.
airport company in the world by 2025,” Mutshembele said.
JUNE 2019
WHO AM I

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F 15or many travellers, their luggage is more than just carriers used to transport clothes from one place to another. It is a statement;

something that represents their distinct lifestyle, reflects their personality and complements their travels.
What many travellers don’t understand is how their luggage can impact airport operations, from jamming up the carousel to
completely shutting down baggage handling systems.
Therefore, as of 25 May 2019, Airports Company South Africa introduced new baggage rules at O.R. Tambo International Airport.
After an investigation of more than a year, and considering various alternatives, it was determined that bags without a flat surface
are the largest source of jams in the baggage handling system.
These jams can shut down sections of the baggage handling system, delay baggage delivery to aircraft and inconvenience passengers
and airlines.
O.R. Tambo International Airport’s Assistant General Manager in the Operations Services, Kris Reddy, explained: “A small proportion
of irregular bags that cause breakdowns in the baggage handling system create far greater inconvenience for most passengers. It is
our view - and airlines and other stakeholders agree - changing rules for irregular bags will improve the overall level of service to all
passengers.”
After the airport management’s extensive consultations with the Airline Operators Committee and other bodies representing
airlines, the new baggage rules are that:
• Only regular-shaped bags will be allowed at check-in counters;
• Bags must have at least one flat surface to be accepted on the check-in system;
• Round or irregular-shaped bags will not be permitted at check-in counters; and
• Bags with longs straps will not be allowed at check-in counters.

IRREGULAR REGULAR

UNACCEPTABLE / IRREGULAR BAGS ACCEPTABLE / REGULAR BAGS
• Round bags • Any shapes with a flat surface
• Bags that do not have an inserted flat surface • Wrapped bags with an inserted flat surface
• Bags with long straps • Bags without straps or with short straps

However, those with round or irregular-shaped bags need not despair. Passengers can have their luggage wrapped and have a flat
surface inserted at one of the airport baggage wrapping stations.
As Kris pointed out, “We very much appreciate that these new baggage rules will potentially create inconvenience or additional
cost for some passengers, so this is not a step we have taken lightly.”

Hopefully, our passengers will come to see the benefit and go on to have happy, safe and timeous travels.

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DEFINED IN LEADERSHIP?
Q&A Coaching is broadly defined as a combination
of teaching and advising. As a leader, you can
WITH DANIEL MUNSLOW help your team develop and build a broad set of
skills. It’s best to coach with long-term results
You’ve probably heard some recent talk about Airports as a goal.
WHY IS IT ESSENTIAL TO COMMUNICATE
Company South Africa’s new communication strategy. SIMPLY AND CLEARLY AS A LEADER?
It might not feel like something many of us should As a leader, you have the task of taking complex
concern ourselves with, but it is. Communication is a solid information and making it simple for everyone.
foundation for every company because people who feel Whether you’re at head office or in the fire
heard become even more significant and invested in the station at O.R. Tambo, you have the right to
organisation. understand where we are heading. Sounding
We recently sat down with leadership coach, Daniel complex does not make you smart in the eyes
Munslow, who took us through some of the effective of those listening. There is clarity in certainty.
leadership communication tools he shared with the When I understand you, I trust you. When I
Airports Company South Africa management. don’t know what you’re talking about, I don’t
trust you. Also remember, your staff already
AIWRPHOORATMS CI OMPANY SOUTH AFRICA MONTHLY MAGAZINE suffer from information overload. It’s your job
to unpack complex thoughts and strategies into
simple terms that your colleagues can relate to.
WHAT IS THE VALUE OF LISTENING AS
PART OF COMMUNICATION?
‘Listen’ is a powerful word. Stop, look, listen.
Remember that effective communication is a
dialogue. Exceptional leaders know how to ask
the right questions, and then listen – genuinely
listen – to the answers. Not judge the answer.
But listen to it. What is being said, what it
means, why did they respond that way and how
to make it work.
HOW SHOULD A LEADER DIRECT THE
TEAM POSITIVELY?
The biggest challenge with directing is that you
shouldn’t be dictating. What’s the difference?
Well, it’s in the delivery – in other words, it’s in
HOW you say what you say. As a leader, you
should be providing a framework, not orders.
Yes, there is a time to dictate, but you should do
so sparingly. Directing specifies the steps your
team needs to take to move a project forward;
or to move our strategy forward.

Daniel, in partnership with
our training specialist, Jennie
Browning, took them through the
CLEAR communication toolkit:

C - Clarify
L - Listen
E - Explore
A - Agree
R - Respond/ Review

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SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY
REDEFINED
Cemented by the tax treaty between South
Geographically, it is the shortest distance
Africa and Singapore signed in the Summer between two points through a straight line,
of 2016, the affair involving the two republics thus the whole area South of the equator line
soared to new levels this Autumn. can offer a more favourable circuity.

Singapore Airlines took to the skies from O.R. “The hub will ensure an increase in the “The impact will be positive for passengers
Tambo International Airport in a first of three movement of people, goods and services as currently there is no seamless air link in
weekly date nights from March 31. between the four regions at the shortest time the Southern Hemisphere that connects
The flights form part of Airports Company South which will enhance trade and tourism for local these regions,” Ramokgobedi continues.
Africa’s foray into establishing a South-to-South economies,” says Matome Ramokgobedi, “Currently air freight and passengers go
Corridor, as currently there is no hub that caters Group Manager: Traffic Development. through Middle East and Addis Ababa
for traffic that moves directly in the Southern “We will see an increase in aeronautical (which is just above the Equator) from/
Hemisphere. While talks are ongoing regarding and non-aeronautical revenue as well as a to Asia Pacific and Latin America. Though
the establishment of this hub which will connect share of transfer passengers, more transfer the Middle East and Addis Ababa circuity
Southeast Asia with Europe, the launch of these passengers, more spend in onsite retails (i.e. is as competitive as down South, the key
nocturnal flights will go a long way in realising food & beverages, souvenir, etc.), and close differentiating factor is that the above
this dream. collaboration with all relevant stakeholders mentioned transfer points have an extensive
The South–to-South Corridor refers to the such as tourism, border control to encourage route network operated by anchor carriers
airspace area South of the Equator acting long layover to consume local tourism covering major cities in South East Asia and
as a conduit between South America, the products.” Travellers are in for a treat as Austral-Asia, and South Africa has a limited
Southernmost part of Africa, South East the passage will be conducted with them route network coverage.”
Asia up to the Western part of Austral-Asia. foremost in mind.

Relations have never been stronger and
Singapore will continue to be a significant
other to South Africa. The route and hub
will result in growth in trade and tourism,
the enhancement of local industries’ global
competitiveness, the reduction of costs in
doing business between the regions (travel
& shipping costs) and job creation.

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EMPLOYEE BURSARY

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!

The application period for employee bursaries is now open.
The policy that governs this scheme has been revised.

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED
TO KNOW ABOUT THE
EMPLOYEE BURSARY
SCHEME:

You qualify for a bursary if:
• You are a permanent Airports Company

South Africa employee;
• You are studying at a Public/Accredited

Institution of Higher Learning.
What does the bursary cover?
• Registration fees, tuition fees, classes

and examination fees. This includes
supplementary fees, if we are funding that
subject. Any other expenses will be for the
employee’s own account.
What does the bursary NOT cover?
• Books and other study material;
• Travel and accommodation fees;
• Library and student card fees;
• Electronics, such as tablets, iPads and
laptops;
• Administration, admission, application
fees and any levies;
• Internet and connectivity.
Why don’t you pay for certain items?
• The company is already supporting you
with the bulk of the study costs. We
hope that the smaller costs you will need
to carry will show you that investing in
yourself can lead to great things.
Where do you apply for a bursary?
• Apply online using the Oracle Employee
Self Service.
How do I apply for a bursary?
• Complete the Bursary Application form on
Oracle Employee Self Service and attach
the relevant supporting documentation;
• Discuss your application with your direct
manager to obtain support and relevant
approval.
What institutions does Airports Company
South Africa pay for?
• 100% for all Public and National
Institutions;
• Amounts will be capped for Airports
Company South Africa-approved private
institutions.

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All employees benefiting from the employee bursary scheme are required to pay back the company
in the form of service rendered for the period equal to the period sponsored (for example, for a
6-month bursary period paid, a 6-month work-back period is required).

On successful completion of the study period, the employee must provide the Human Resources
department with results for the approved bursary.

Employees will be required to pay back the bursary sponsored by the company, should the following be relevant:
• If the employee fails a subject or module
• If the employee fails to submit proof of registration on time
• If the employee fails to submit results or academic records a month after study period end date
• If the employee changes any terms of the signed contract without approval as per applicable DLAs
• In the event the employee is dismissed or resigns before completing the registered academic period
• In the event the employee is dismissed or resigns before completing the work-back period

FAQs How will I know if the studies I intend pursuing are SAQA
recognised?
What if my studies are per semester? The institution you are studying through will provide you with
You should apply for a bursary each semester. that detail. You can also check the SAQA website (www.saqa.
What if my studies are for the full year? org.za).
You should apply at the start of the year. What if I need to attend classes or block weeks?
What if my studies are longer than one year? If you need to attend classes or block weeks, you must apply for
You will be required to apply for financial support on an annual annual leave or unpaid leave.
basis. What if my studies are not paid by Airports Company South
How long do I need to be with the company before I get a Africa?
bursary? You will have to discuss your studies with your line manager at
If you are a permanent Airports Company South Africa the start of your studies. Depending on operational requirements
employee, you qualify immediately, regardless of your tenure. and nature of studies, they will grant you such leave at their
Why don’t you pay for studies that are not aligned to careers discretion.
available at Airports Company South Africa?
Airports Company South Africa is committed to supporting
you in your development. The development, however, needs
to support the business in meeting its objectives. This is why
the company limits bursary awards to careers available in the
company.

Should you require more information, please contact: [email protected]

WHO AM I JUNE 2019

20 True Grit: Cape Town
International Airport’s
Athletics Club tackles tough
Two Oceans Marathon

“Grit is that ‘extra G“ rit is that ‘extra something’ The race saw them test their
something’ that athletic prowess on the 56km
separates the most that separates the most ultra-marathon, the 21km half-
succesful people successful people from the rest. marathon and the 24km trail run!
from the rest.” It’s the passion, perseverance, and Kudos to the team that pushed
stamina that we must channel in through the tough race, and
AIWRPHOORATMS CI OMPANY SOUTH AFRICA MONTHLY MAGAZINE order to stick with our dreams a special shout-out to the
until they become a reality.” If unstoppable Phumeza Bobotyana
this quote, widely attributed to who took on the trail run and
American emotional intelligence the ultra-marathon, running a
author Travis Bradberry, had a combined 80km of treacherous
face it would surely be that of the road and trail in two consecutive
Cape Town International Airport’s days. Now that’s grit!
Athletics Club members. We can’t wait to see some of the
Last month, the team flew the club members tackle the 94th
Airports Company South Africa Comrades Marathon on 9 June.
(ACSA) flag high when they Let’s cheer them on!
took part in the gruelling Old
Mutual Two Oceans Marathon.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF A
PERSONAL BRAND

WHAT IS A PERSONAL BRAND? It’s not only celebrities and
famous business people
It is marketing a prescribed image of yourself, including your career and interests. who have a personal
It lets people know who you are and creates an impression about yourself. brand to look after. If you
want to keep abreast with
THE IMPORTANCE OF PERSONAL BRANDING professional trends and
environments, you must
Personal branding allows you to connect with other people by putting yourself start paying attention to
out there. It also makes it easy for interested businesses and other professionals your brand too.
to communicate with you. A personal brand comes from passion, skills, goals and
values; and sharing your positive qualities and strengths on a public platform also
boosts your confidence.

BE PROFESSIONAL

Always keep it professional. This shows your growth and where you want to go
next. When people look you up on the internet or social media, they must have
a good perception of you. It always helps to use professional and understated
images of yourself on social platforms, especially when you utilise such platforms
for professional reasons. Remember, do not complicate things. Be yourself, use
your voice and make sure you brand yourself in a way that you want to be heard.

WHO AM I JUNE 2019

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INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

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