Poppy Khoza discussed aviation resilience, technology and cooperation during her Singapore visit.
South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) Director-General and Chief Executive Officer Ms. Poppy Khoza visited the South African High Commission in Singapore for a courtesy engagement with the High Commissioner, where they discussed opportunities for South Africa–Singapore cooperation in civil aviation. The discussions covered skills development, innovation, technology, border-control automation and the wider transport ecosystem.
Ms. Khoza was in Singapore at the invitation of the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), which conferred on her the distinction of Senior Fellow of the Singapore Aviation Academy. The recognition acknowledged her leadership and contribution to civil aviation and followed other international recognition, including the Flight Safety Foundation’s Gloria Heath Trophy.
On 17 September 2026, Ms. Khoza also participated in a fireside chat as part of the inaugural NTA Distinguished Speakers Series. The session was moderated by Mr. Bernard Lim, Senior Director of the International Relations and Security Division and Vice Dean of the National Transport Academy. The South African High Commission attended the session in support of Ms. Khoza and to engage in discussions on the future of aviation.
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