South African Airways will resume flying on September 23 after emerging from ‘business rescue’ in April.
It suspended international passenger flights in March 2020 as the Covid-19 pandemic spread.
In June 2021, the government announced it will relinquish control of the carrier, with the South African-based Takatso consortium taking a 51% stake.
SAA will initially operate flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town, Accra, Kinshasa, Harare, Lusaka and Maputo.
More destinations will be as it ramps up operations in response to market conditions.
Interim chief executive Thomas Kgokolo said: “After months of diligent work, we are delighted that SAA is resuming service and we look forward to welcoming on board our loyal passengers and flying the South African flag.
“There is a profound feeling of enthusiasm within Team SAA as we prepare for take-off, with one common purpose – to rebuild and sustain a profitable airline that once again takes a leadership role among local, continental, and international airlines.”
Chairman John Lamola said: “The airline is restarting with a formidable business case.”