Vimla Maistry, Corporate Affairs Manager at South African Airways (SAA)

Vimla Maistry

Corporate Affairs Manager at South African Airways (SAA) | Johannesburg Metropolitan Area, South Africa

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Vimla Maistry serves as the Head Group Corporate Affairs and Corporate Affairs Manager for South African Airways based in the Johannesburg Metropolitan Area. A graduate of GIBS Business School, she manages corporate communications and stakeholder relations within the global aviation industry. Her executive responsibilities cover strategic messaging across the airline’s primary passenger and cargo operations as well as its affiliated technical and catering subsidiaries.

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Vimla Maistry Work Experience

Corporate Affairs Manager at South African Airways (SAA) in April 2021 - Present

HOD: Government & Stakeholder Relations at South African Airways in May 2017 - Present

Lead Group Corporate Affairs at South African Airways in April 2021 - Present

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Facilitator at University of Witwatersrand (WITS) in May 2020 - May 2021

Civil Servant at South African Airways (SAA) in May 2017 - March 2021

Senior Manager: Corporate Social Investment (CSI) & Corporate Events at South African Airways in November 2014 - May 2017

Senior Investment Manager at South African Airways (SAA) in November 2014 - May 2017

Senior Manager: Government & Stakeholder Relations at South African Airways in February 2009 - November 2014

Government Relations Manager at South African Airways (SAA) in February 2009 - November 2014

Chief Director: Communications & International Relations at Department of Public Enterprises in March 2006 - February 2009

Director of Communications at Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) in February 2006 - February 2009

Communications Manager at Independent Communications Regulator of SA (ICASA) in January 1999 - December 2006

Manager Media & Stakeholder Liaison at ICASA Group in January 1999 - February 2006

Principal Communications Officer at Department of Land Affairs in January 1998 - December 1999

Project Coordinator at Institute for Democracy in South Africa in January 1991 - December 1998

Project Coordinator at Institute for Democracy in SA (IDASA), KZN in January 1991 - December 1998

Vimla Maistry Education

GIBS Business School (Gordon Institute of Business Science), September 2026

Stellenbosch University, Executive Management Development Programme (MCP), September 2026

University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika, September 2026

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University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika, September 2026

ML Sultan Technikon, September 1991

Arena Park Secondary School, September 1987

Arena Park Secondary School

SULTAN TECH, National Higher Diploma

University of South Africa (UNISA), Bachelor of Arts

University of South Africa (UNISA), Associate of Arts

Vimla Maistry Skills
Publishing Federal & State Regulatory Compliance Organization Skills Validation Protocol Mentoring Organizational & Writing Skills Internal Audit Transformation Ethical Decision Making Executive Advisory Board Advisory Services Building Business Relationships Spokesperson Telecommunications Regulations Land Administration Stakeholder Engagement Ethics Cisco ASA Voice Projection Corporate Affairs Corporate Communications Public Relations Corporate Social Responsibility Event Management Customer Service Project Planning Change Management Stakeholder Management Media Relations Public Speaking Government Strategic Communications Internal Communications Crisis Communications Business Strategy Analysis Business Development Crisis Management Coaching Leadership Management Marketing Communications Negotiation Policy Press Releases Program Management Project Management Strategy Social Impact Measurement Speech Writing Media Trained Government Relations Triple Bottom Line Communications Planning Communication Commercial Aviation Event Planning Global Communications Communication Consulting Government Communication Communications Programs Planning Group Health Insurance Public Affairs Art Research Strategic Planning Social Responsibility
About Vimla Maistry’s Current Company
South African Airways (SAA)

South Africa Airways (SAA) began operations on 1 February 1934. SAA is a leading carrier in Africa, serving domestic, regional and international routes. SAA is a member of the largest international airline network, Star Alliance. SAA’s core business is providing passenger airline and cargo transport services and related services, which are provided through SAA and its wholly owned subsidiaries: SAA Technical (SAAT), a world-class maintenance facility and Air Chefs, the catering entity of SAA. SAAT has successfully delivered high-quality maintenance services such as major airframe checks; engine overhaul; mechanical components; avionics, and line maintenance. From its first flight in 1934, SAA have welcomed the world to South Africa by showing off the warm generous heart of the country. The airline has more than 90 years of excellence and innovation to draw on.

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Vimla Maistry’s Colleagues
Kelebogile Seemela

Kelebogile Seemela

Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa

Commercial Pilot Student | Departure Controller

Cabin Crew at South African Airways
(November 2024 – Present)

Mikail Hansa

Mikail Hansa

City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Chartered Public Relations Practitioner (CPRP 73730)/ Photojournalist (Print Media SA 17002)/ Tourism Management Degree / PPL Pilot@43Air 0271031122/ Mr SA Finalist / Airline Awards & Mr SAA Winner 📸🇿🇦

Senior Purser In-Charge at South African Airways
(January 1997 – Present)

Sachin Daya

Sachin Daya

City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Captain at South African Airways

Airline Captain at South African Airways
(October 2025 – Present)

Kabir Khoosal

Kabir Khoosal

City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

PILOT at South African Airways

PILOT at South African Airways
(August 2012 – Present)

John Lamola

John Lamola

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Chief Executive Officer

Chief Executive Officer at South African Airways
(May 2022 – Present)

Captain Vundla

Captain Vundla

City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Captain A320/A330 at SAA/ Military flight instructor/Presidential pilot(RESERVIST) /RPL pilot

Pilot on the presidential Inkwazi BBJ1(Boeing 737-700), falcon 50 and citation II(C550)

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Frequently asked questions about Vimla Maistry

What is Vimla Maistry email address?

Email Vimla Maistry at [email protected]. This email is the most updated Vimla Maistry's email found in 2026.

How to contact Vimla Maistry?

To contact Vimla Maistry send an email to [email protected]. (updated on December 22, 2025)

What company does Vimla Maistry work for?

Vimla Maistry works for South African Airways (SAA).

What is Vimla Maistry's role at South African Airways (SAA)?

Vimla Maistry is Corporate Affairs Manager

What industry does Vimla Maistry work in?

Vimla Maistry works in the Airlines/Aviation industry.

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