Unions at SAA agree to some level of job cuts in order to reposition the cash-strapped airline

Unions at South African Airways (SAA) have agreed to some level of job cuts in order to reposition the cash-strapped airline as the fallout from coronavirus worsens the economic situation for the carrier.

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Unions met with Public Enterprises Minister, Pravin Gordhan, who was joined by Labour Minister, Thulas Nxesi and Tourism Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi–Ngubane

According to a statement issued by Public Enterprises, some jobs will be lost and employees who remain will need to sacrifice some benefits.

There was also an agreement on a social plan to cushion the effect of job losses.

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President of the National Transport Movement,  Mashudu Raphetha says they have to minimise job losses as much as they can.