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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)

SAA-Takatso deal to be referred to SIU

The parliamentary committee on public enterprises has recommended that the SIU further investigate the matter to ensure accountability and transparency

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7 min read
A restaurant owner counts money by candlelight. Photo: Leon Sadiki/Getty Images

Department of Public Enterprises

State capture is often cited as the the reason for the department’s ongoing failures, but its problems run far deeper

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9 min read
In its budget review, the treasury flagged Transnet’s high debt levels, saying it needs to make faster progress on its plan to improve operations and finances

Treasury grants Transnet R47 billion support package

R22.8 billion will be used to tackle urgent liquidity matters, such as settling maturity debt

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Former public enterprises minister Pravin Gordhan.

I am an active SOE shareholder – Gordhan

The public enterprises minister responds to coverage about his conduct at state firms

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6 min read