Whether you’re a frequent flyer or an occasional globe trotter, it’s more than likely that you’ve thought about securing your luggage against theft.  And it’s probably something many travellers will be thinking about as the World Cup kick off beckons, less than 50-days away.

Although baggage pilferage has decreased dramatically since a crack-down by ACSA (Airports Company South Africa) and airlines in 2008, everyday about eight bags are still reported stolen at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. Items that are most reported stolen are laptops, portable CD and MP3 players, iPods, wallets, cash and expensive clothes and shoes.

Last month Chris Smyth, SAA’s Acting Chief Executive, told Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Public Enterprises, that there was pilfering from two out of every 1 000 bags checked in at SAA.

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