# South African Airways says it is operating in a challenging and volatile aviation environment, with geopolitical developments contributing to increased operating costs, particularly fuel. This comes as the state-owned airline has reportedly informed its staff that their salaries for October will be paid late for the second consecutive month. SAA spokesperson Mphilo Dlamini told TimesLive that management has fully engaged employees on this matter and explained that the measures being taken are to manage the sustainability of the business and its ability to continue operating.
SAA will reportedly pay staff their salaries late for the second consecutive month