NATIONAL NEWS - Following flight delays and diversions at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg yesterday afternoon, Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) issued a statement this morning saying that all operations are back to normal, with services continuing as planned. 

"However, the nature of aviation is such that operations should remain subject to constant close monitoring and evaluation," the statement reads.

ATNS further stressed that the flight diversions experienced yesterday were not caused by human resource constraints, but were the result of severe weather conditions, including thunderstorms, which temporarily affected safe aircraft operations within the OR Tambo International Airport airspace.

The storms came as thousands of holiday makers made their way home to start work today. 

"ATNS reiterates that safety remains its highest priority and continues to work closely with airlines, airport authorities, and aviation stakeholders to ensure the safe and efficient management of air traffic. Regular updates will be communicated as required."

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