About ICAD
Every year, on the 7th of December, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) celebrates the International Civil Aviation Day (ICAD) and, South Africa, being a signatory to ICAO joins the international community annually in observing the day.
The National Department of Transport (DoT) on behalf of government is in charge of leading the country in celebrating the ICAD. This year’s commemoration event will take place in Upington, Northern Cape. As a result of the event taking place in Northern Cape, the DoT has partnered with the Provincial Government in the planning and execution of the 2024 ICAD.