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FlySafair
South Africa · Airline
Harith's ~R7bn FlySafair takeover cleared by Competition Tribunal
South Africa's Competition Tribunal approved, with conditions, Harith Aviation's 100% acquisition of FlySafair, the country's largest domestic airline. Conditions bar common directors between FlySafair and Harith-held Lanseria airport, keep Harith out of Lanseria pricing, slot and apron decisions, and prohibit merger-related retrenchments for three years. Closing is expected in late 2026, subject to remaining approvals; FlySafair keeps its management and low-cost model.
Deal valued around R7bn. Harith previously failed to buy SAA via the Takatso consortium.
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- Harith General Partners (South Africa) — mentioned
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