Dhaka, Dec. 21 -- South Africa is moving ahead with plans to build a new €410 million international airport near Cape Town, aimed at easing pressure on the region's main aviation hub and supporting long-term tourism and economic growth.

The project, known as Cape Winelands Airport, will be developed at the former Fisantekraal airfield northeast of Durbanville and is expected to open to domestic and international flights by 2028.

Once completed, it will complement Cape Town International Airport, which has seen sustained passenger growth in recent years, particularly from European long-haul markets.

The R8 billion investment will include a modern passenger terminal, cargo facilities, fuelling infrastructure, hotel accommodation an...