[4][5] In September 2024, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) confirmed the fixtures for the tour.

[6] On 23 September 2024, Cricket South Africa (CSA) said that they were satisfied with the security arrangements in Bangladesh.

[7][8] On 30 September 2024, CSA confirmed to travel to Bangladesh for the Test series.

[9][10] On 4 October, Nandre Burger was ruled out of the series following a lumbar stress reaction.

[20] On 28 October, Jaker Ali was ruled out of the second Test due to a concussion,[21] and Mahidul Islam Ankon was named as his replacement.