President Cyril Ramaphosa will officially launch South Africa's Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) at OR Tambo International Airport on Wednesday, 12 August 2026. Following its successful pilot during South Africa's G20 Presidency, the ETA will be officially launched as the cornerstone of South Africa's modern digital immigration system and the flagship reform of the Department of Home Affairs' digital transformation programme. This reform will enhance South Africa's competitiveness as a destination for tourism, business and investment, while supporting more efficient and secure border management. The programme will feature the official launch of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) by President Cyril Ramaphosa, together with the Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber, followed by a live walkthrough and a guided tour led by the Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato. Please note that no RSVP means no accreditation, and no accreditation means no access.