New SAA board shows Cabinet taking responsibility - Mkhize
7 September 2016
Johannesburg – The appointment of a new SAA board is a step forward, says Zweli Mkhize, ANC treasurer general.
Mkhize was addressing media and business leaders at the Sanlam offices in Sandton, on Tuesday night. Mkhize shared on the economic outlook for the country and the way forward following the local election results.
“What is most positive is that Cabinet is taking responsibility for what has happened.” It shows government and Cabinet looked at various issues before taking a decision to replace the board. “SAA should operate at a level that is competitive with other airlines, and is able to run without government guarantees.”
Mkhize said it would be ideal for all State-owned Enterprises (SOEs) to be independent, to run efficiently and to be self-sustaining, without having to rely on government subsidies.