FlySafair Faces Turbulence Over Ownership Compliance as Transport Minister holds off on exemption

South Africa’s low-cost carrier, FlySafair, is currently navigating a complex regulatory challenge concerning its ownership structure. The airline has sought an exemption from certain provisions of the Air Service Licensing Act, specifically those mandating that at least 75% of its ownership be South African. However, Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has labeled this request as “premature,” emphasizing that the regulatory process is still underway.

Regulatory Scrutiny and…