FlySafair agrees sale to Harith – operations unchanged
FlySafair’s shareholders have signed a Sale and Purchase Agreement with Harith and its affiliates to acquire the airline, subject to regulatory approvals. The carrier said it remains business as usual for customers, employees and partners, with operations continuing under the existing brand, leadership and strategy – a move positioned as supporting long‑term sustainability.
The proposed deal will be assessed by the Competition Commission and aviation authorities, among others. A separate regulatory process following Air Services Licensing Council findings in early 2025 remains ongoing and is under legal review; the transaction, while resulting in South African ownership, does not automatically resolve those matters. Harith – a Johannesburg‑based infrastructure investor marking 20 years – plans to provide patient, long‑term capital aligned with FlySafair’s focus on affordability, reliability and connectivity, with timelines dependent on approval processes.
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Source: FlySafair
