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“[Pravin Gordhan] was a highly skilled backroom operator who shied away from the spotlight” (Getty Images)

OBITUARY – Pravin Gordhan’s last warning: Democracy will not survive on its own

Gordhan’s last political act was to call for a ‘reset’ and a return to progressive politics

10 min read
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There is a place for SAA domestically, if it adopts the low cost model

The ‘old fashioned’ carrier is still struggling for passengers

  • Des Erasmus
6 min read
Former SAA board chairperson Dudu Myeni. (Deon Raath/Rapport/Gallo Images)

Disgraced former SAA chairperson Dudu Myeni dies

The court-declared delinquent director was consistently enveloped in allegations of intimidation, fraud, money laundering and corruption

  • Des Erasmus
2 min read
Upbeat: SAA interim chief executive John Lamola sees a profitable future for the airline. Photo: SAA

SAA navigates turning the corner

The national carrier will not seek further bailouts as it expands its fleet and routes to return to profitability

  • Eyaaz
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)

‘Team privatisation’ continues to score despite SAA own-goal

Despite what some say about the Takatso deal’s collapse, the private sector has made strong inroads at public enterprises

  • Eyaaz
4 min read
Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan. (Waldo Swiegers/Getty Images)

Can SAA soar without its wingman?

The government’s effort to nail down a strategic equity partner with fat pockets hasn’t worked out. But if the national carrier cleans up its financial act, it could still be in with a chance

  • Des Erasmus
6 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)

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

  • Des Erasmus
7 min read
The late minister Pravin Gordhan. Photo: Essa Alexander/Sunday Times

Former DG wants ‘liar’ Gordhan held accountable for SAA deal

Kgathatso Tlhakudi said the allegations of an irregular selection process and the undervaluation of SAA assets to unfairly enrich selected ‘oligarchs’ should be spotlighted This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The Mail & Guardian is committed to providing all our readers with the best possible experience. Please register your free account now. Your registration is your first step to becoming an M&G community member. Register Registration enables: – M&G newsletters access – notifications – the best possible experience Already registered? Login here Want to subscribe and get even more benefits? Explore our subscription offers

  • Lizeka Tandwa
1 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)

SAA sale officially off after disagreement over airline’s value

Negotiations between government and the Takatso Consortium fell apart, leaving the national carrier’s future back in the state’s hands

  • Des Erasmus
3 min read
Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan.

MPs deny Gordhan’s bid for non-disclosure on SAA sale documents

As the stand-off on the sale of the airline continues, the committee relented to hear his version in camera but said agreeing to secrecy would be a breach of duty This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The Mail & Guardian is committed to providing all our readers with the best possible experience. Please register your free account now. Your registration is your first step to becoming an M&G community member. Register Registration enables: – M&G newsletters access – notifications – the best possible experience Already registered? Login here Want to subscribe and get even more benefits? Explore our subscription offers

  • Emsie Ferreira
1 min read
The national carrier emerged from business rescue in 2021 and reported its first profit in more than a decade

SA airlines get their wings

As they start recovering from the Covid-19 pandemic, FlySafair and SAA have launched new routes and are leasing additional aircraft

  • Mandisa Ndlovu
4 min read