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IOL News
3 days ago
- Business
- IOL News
Solidarity CEO urges FlySafair to prioritise pilots' wellbeing in strike standoff
Solidarity's CEO Dr Dirk Hermann urges FlySafair to prioritise people over profits, warning that pilot frustration, driven by poor work-life balance and mistrust, could ground the airline's future in a globally competitive market. Image: Supplied Solidarity union Chief Executive Officer Dr Dirk Hermann has called on FlySafair CEO Elmar Conradie to intervene directly in the airline's ongoing pilot strike, warning that the dispute has exposed a deep crisis of trust between the airline and its highly skilled workforce. In an open letter released on Sunday, July, 27, 2025, Hermann addressed Conradie directly, noting that while neither of them is personally involved in the negotiations, the matter has reached a critical point that requires leadership. 'This open letter deliberately does not form part of the negotiations but is a note between the two of us,' he wrote. Hermann highlighted that more than 90% of Solidarity's pilot members voted to continue the strike even after a new offer from FlySafair, an unprecedented move for a professional group that rarely resorts to industrial action. 'Solidarity members only go on strike as a matter of the highest exception... This case is, however, such a highly exceptional one,' he said. He pointed to a 'complete breakdown of trust' between the airline and its pilots and describes their levels of disillusionment as 'toxic.' Drawing on his academic expertise, Hermann added: 'I did my PhD in Labour Relations, and my topic was alienation. I can tell you that the alienation levels of your pilots are toxic.' A core concern is not just remuneration, but the implementation of a new roster system that significantly impacts work-life balance. Pilots, according to Hermann, are not primarily striking over money but over the loss of meaningful, balanced working conditions. ' They are asking for one weekend off a month,' he explains. 'They are looking for balanced jobs and FlySafair has taken that away from them.' Hermann criticised FlySafair's handling of the strike, especially the decision to respond to a one-day action with a full week-long lockout, now extended. 'They wanted to show what is going on in their hearts, but then they got hit in the pocket. They have been threatened and bullied,' he said. He warned that the airline risks an exodus of pilots to international carriers. While FlySafair achieved record profits in 2024 and reportedly paid out R90 million in shares to executives and R1.31 billion to overseas shareholders, many pilots' salaries remain below pre-COVID levels. Hermann argues that the airline's offer has not kept pace with local and global industry standards, especially given the global shortage of pilots. ' There is a pilot shortage, and it is going to get even worse. This shortage is going to rise above inflation, and so too will their salaries. It is a market reality,' he writes. 'My call to you is to intervene in the negotiations. Don't look at the sums, but at the people. Be internationally competitive with a total remuneration package that surpasses salary. If you don't, it will translate into sums, sums you will not like.' 'You must now land this plane that is on strike. Give the pilots what they are asking for and what is good for them, the company and the country,'' he said. Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel. IOL News
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mariska Hargitay recalls surprise gift of her mother Jayne Mansfield's piano
At a special screening of her documentary My Mom Jayne during SummerDocs series on Thursday, July 17, Mariska Hargitay shared how her husband, Peter Hermann, surprised her with a deeply personal gift last year for her 60th birthday, her late mother Jayne Mansfield 's grand piano. Hargitay explained that the moment unfolded on her first day of filming the documentary in Los Angeles. According to her, Hermann called and told her, 'There's an Uber outside. I need you to get in the car.' She recalled hesitating, but Hermann insisted, telling her to follow his instructions. She recounted that she got into the car feeling upset and gradually became anxious as the vehicle traveled down the 405 freeway, leading her to believe she was headed toward Los Angeles International Airport. When the car switched to another freeway and entered an unfamiliar area, she began to fear the worst. The actress said that thoughts raced through her mind during the ride, even joking that she had momentarily wondered if something bad was about to happen. Eventually, the car arrived at a warehouse where Hargitay found her family, documentary co-producer Trish Adlesic, and cameramen waiting. It was there that Hermann revealed Mansfield's piano, a moment captured on film for the documentary.
The Citizen
21-07-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
‘We were more ruthless': Hermann says Proteas beat Zimbabwe with the bat
Batting second, the SA team chased down their target with 16 balls to spare. Proteas batter Rubin Hermann, seen here during a domestic match, hit his first international half-century against Zimbabwe on Sunday. Picture: Dirk Kotze/Gallo Images The main difference between the two sides was that South Africa had been more destructive with the bat, according to Rubin Hermann, after the Proteas beat Zimbabwe on Sunday to qualify for this week's T20 International tri-series final in Harare. Both sides struggled to gain momentum during the powerplay overs, and both lost two early wickets in their innings. And while both teams recovered, the Proteas ultimately cruised to a seven-wicket victory with 16 balls to spare. 'One thing we identified is that the new ball is quite tough on these wickets because there is a bit of invariable bounce and pace,' said Hermann, who top-scored for the SA team with 63 runs off just 36 deliveries. 'Zim also did well to come back after losing a couple of early wickets, but I think the difference lay in that we were maybe just more ruthless in the batting department with bad balls. We were good at running twos as well.' Family support Hermann, who hit his maiden half-century in his third T20 International match, was pleased to have his family at the ground in Harare (including his wife) to watch him achieve the first milestone of his international career. 'There's a little celebration I have with my wife every time she comes to watch me play. If I score fifty I blow her a kiss with my bat,' said 28-year-old Hermann. 'It's just a little thing I do to say thanks to her because she's a big rock and foundation that I work off and a big part of my support structure, so it's always nice to pay homage to them (family) to thank them for supporting me and being there. 'My family is obviously very important. There's a lot of hard work and sacrifice that goes into this, so to give them little 'thank yous' in the heat of battle is always appreciated.' South Africa will face New Zealand in a dead rubber match on Tuesday, and the two teams will meet again in the T20 International tri-series final on Saturday.
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Business Standard
21-07-2025
- Sport
- Business Standard
South Africa beats Zimbabwe to reach T20 tri-series final vs New Zealand
Rubin Hermann hit four sixes and 63 runs as South Africa beat Zimbabwe by seven wickets with 16 balls remaining in a T20 tri-series match. The comfortable win means South Africa and New Zealand will contest the final on Saturday after Zimbabwe lost for the third straight time. Chasing a target of 145, Hermann and captain Rassie van der Dussen (52 not out in 41 deliveries) led the chase at Harare Sports Club. They took South Africa from 22-2 to 128-3 when Hermann, who also hit three fours in his 36-ball innings, was bowled by Richard Ngarava. Van der Dussen was there at the end with Dewald Brevis as South Africa scored 145-3 in 17.2 overs, winning the match with a wide bowled by Trevor Gwandu. Zimbabwe earlier lost the toss and scored 144-6 in its 20 overs. Brian Bennett top-scored for the hosts with a 43-ball 61, which included three sixes and seven fours. Bennett shared a 78-run partnership for the fourth wicket with Ryan Burl (36 not out in 31 balls). Fast-medium pacer Corbin Bosch took 2-16 in four overs. Table-topper New Zealand plays second-placed South Africa in a dead-rubber match on Tuesday. Both teams have four points but the South Africans have played one more game.
Winnipeg Free Press
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
South Africa beats Zimbabwe by 7 wickets in T20 series to set up final against New Zealand
HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) — Rubin Hermann hit four sixes and 63 runs as South Africa beat Zimbabwe by seven wickets with 16 balls remaining in a T20 tri-series match on Sunday. The comfortable win means South Africa and New Zealand will contest the final on Saturday after Zimbabwe lost for the third straight time. Chasing a target of 145, Hermann and captain Rassie van der Dussen (52 not out in 41 deliveries) led the chase at Harare Sports Club. They took South Africa from 22-2 to 128-3 when Hermann, who also hit three fours in his 36-ball innings, was bowled by Richard Ngarava. Van der Dussen was there at the end with Dewald Brevis as South Africa scored 145-3 in 17.2 overs, winning the match with a wide bowled by Trevor Gwandu. Zimbabwe earlier lost the toss and scored 144-6 in its 20 overs. Brian Bennett top-scored for the hosts with a 43-ball 61, which included three sixes and seven fours. Bennett shared a 78-run partnership for the fourth wicket with Ryan Burl (36 not out in 31 balls). Fast-medium pacer Corbin Bosch took 2-16 in four overs. Table-topper New Zealand plays second-placed South Africa in a dead-rubber match on Tuesday. Both teams have four points but the South Africans have played one more game. ___ AP cricket:
