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The national carrier SAA emerged from three years under business rescue in April last year, thanks to a R10.4 billion bailout. However, it is still grappling with the effects of a turbulent history marked by financial distress, operational problems and allegations of mismanagement. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)
COMPETITION COMMISSION

Competition authority gives thumbs up to SAA-Takatso deal

The Competition Commission has recommended that the Competition Tribunal approve the proposed merger between Takatso and South African Airways with conditions

  • Anathi Madubela
2 min read
In the most recent twist in the SAA saga, Gidon Novick resigned from Takatso’s board
ANGELO TZAREVSKI

Even with Lift, SAA won’t soar

The national carrier’s ability to monopolise the market has been seriously undermined by more threatening competitors, experts say

  • Sarah Smit
7 min read
The national carrier SAA emerged from three years under business rescue in April last year, thanks to a R10.4 billion bailout. However, it is still grappling with the effects of a turbulent history marked by financial distress, operational problems and allegations of mismanagement. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)
COMPETITION COMMISSION

Takatso-SAA deal faces anti-competition fears

It will take lot more that a director’s resignation to clear conflict of interest concerns, a competing airline suggests

  • Sarah Smit
8 min read