Mango Airlines strike comes to an end

JOHANNESBURG - Mango Airlines on Friday confirmed that an agreement has been reached between management and some of its flight deck crew employees, who are represented by Solidarity.

This comes after Mango airline's flight crews went on strike after wage negotiations with Solidarity collapsed. Solidarity was demanding an 8.5% wage hike, but Mango was only offering 6%.

Mango Airlines said in a statement that it would be returning to normal operations as of Saturday, those traveling with Mango Airlines on Friday were urged to take note of schedule changes published on Thursday on their social media channels and their website.

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"Mango would like to thank its Guests for their support and patience during the four-day strike. We would also like to acknowledge the hard work of our team members and associates during this time who worked tirelessly to make sure Mango Guests reached their destinations. The specifics of the deal struck are at the prerogative of our employees to disclose. " Mango Airline said.

Mango will continue to provide ongoing assistance to all Guests and the latest information on the status of flights can be found on all official channels of communication.

- BUSINESS REPORT ONLINE