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Mango Airlines prepares to return to the skies.

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GUEST - Sipho Sono - Mango Business Rescue Practitioner



After nearly four years on the ground, Mango Airlines is preparing for a long-anticipated return to South Africa’s skies. The low-cost carrier, a subsidiary of South African Airways (SAA), entered business rescue in July 2021 and suspended operations shortly after. Now, business rescue practitioner (BRP) Sipho Sono says the airline is finalising a transaction with a selected investor, setting the stage for Mango’s comeback
9 Jun 5PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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