Mango Airlines began in 2006 as a bright hope for cheap flights in South Africa, flying its bright orange planes and making travel easier for many people. But troubles at its parent company, rising costs, tough competition, and the COVID19 pandemic hit Mango hard. Despite efforts to save it, the airline closed in 2025, showing how hard it is for staterun airlines to survive without strong support and smart changes. Mango’s story reminds us that hope and hard work can take flight, but only if the winds of change blow just right.
