{"id":32941,"date":"2025-10-24T09:33:06","date_gmt":"2025-10-24T07:33:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=32941"},"modified":"2026-03-12T09:44:28","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T07:44:28","slug":"rea-vaya-route-opens-after-10-year-delay","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/rea-vaya-route-opens-after-10-year-delay\/","title":{"rendered":"Rea Vaya Route Opens After 10-Year Delay"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>After more than a decade of setbacks, the City of Johannesburg has officially launched the long-delayed Rea Vaya Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Phase 1C(a) route. The long-awaited opening marks a significant milestone in improving public transport accessibility across key parts of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-decade-long-wait-comes-to-an-end\">Decade-Long Wait Comes to an End<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The official launch took place on Friday, attended by Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero and MMC for Transport Kenny Kunene. Their presence underscored the importance of completing a project that has faced more than ten years of challenges since it was first announced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Originally introduced in 2014, the route was initially projected to be operational by 2015. However, various hurdles \u2014 including political shifts, procurement delays, and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic \u2014 repeatedly stalled progress. Despite partial construction over the years, full service only resumes now, with the city confirming the readiness of all major infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2522480955\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-connecting-key-johannesburg-corridors\">Connecting Key Johannesburg Corridors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Phase 1C(a) will link some of Johannesburg\u2019s most crucial economic and residential areas. The route stretches from Berea and Yeoville through Orange Grove, Norwood, Balfour Park, Bramley, Wynberg, Alexandra, Marlboro, Athol, and Sandton. It then continues onwards, ending in Longmeadow and Greenstone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This corridor is vital for thousands of commuters travelling daily between Alexandra and Sandton, with estimates suggesting over 10,000 people walk between the two areas each day. The reopening aims to ease that burden, providing a safer, faster, and more reliable public transport option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/ReaVayaPhase1C?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#ReaVayaPhase1C<\/a> successfully launched by Mayor <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/DadaMorero?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@DadaMorero<\/a> and MMC <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Kenny_T_Kunene?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@Kenny_T_Kunene<\/a> \ud83c\udf8a\ud83c\udf89 <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/JoburgTransport?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#JoburgTransport<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/nTNUU1v7FT\">pic.twitter.com\/nTNUU1v7FT<\/a><\/p>&mdash; \ud835\udd4b\u210d\ud835\udd3c \ud835\udd4b\u211d\ud835\udd38\u2115\ud835\udd4a\u2119\ud835\udd46\u211d\ud835\udd4b \ud835\udd3e\ud835\udd4c\ud835\udd50 &#8211; \ud83c\uddff\ud83c\udde6 (@Takatso_Moloi) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Takatso_Moloi\/status\/1981298147721707588?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">October 23, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-overcoming-operational-and-political-setbacks\">Overcoming Operational and Political Setbacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While construction appeared to be on track by 2022, the Rea Vaya board was dissolved in 2023 after its operator, PioTrans, was placed under business rescue. This setback halted progress once again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, earlier this year, the city revived the project. Damaged and vandalised stations were refurbished, road markings were repainted, and new signage was installed. The once-abandoned stops were cleared of scaffolding as final inspections were completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-717376673\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-infrastructure-ready-for-service\">Infrastructure Ready for Service<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rea Vaya confirmed that all 13 low-floor stations along the Louis Botha Avenue to Sandton corridor are nearly complete. The route also features three major bridges, the Rea Vaya bus and pedestrian bridge along Lees Street in Marlboro, a cycling and walking bridge near Grayston Drive, and the Heritage bridge in Berea near the old Herbert Baker bus station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These upgrades not only improve public transport but also enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety along one of Johannesburg\u2019s busiest arteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Official launch of <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/ReaVayaPhase1C?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#ReaVayaPhase1C<\/a> at Marlboro Community center. Phase 1C (a) will start operating from the 1st of October 2025 <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/CityofJoburgZA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@CityofJoburgZA<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/CoJTransport?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@CoJTransport<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/MMCKennyKunene?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@MMCKennyKunene<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/JDA_joburg?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@JDA_joburg<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/JoburgService?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#JoburgService<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/JoburgTransport?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#JoburgTransport<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/OTM2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#OTM2025<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/DpCZGBN2Gs\">pic.twitter.com\/DpCZGBN2Gs<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Rea Vaya Bus Transit (@ReaVayaBus) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ReaVayaBus\/status\/1981360454149501211?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">October 23, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-step-forward-for-the-city-s-transport-network\">A Step Forward for the City\u2019s Transport Network<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) initially divided the project into two sections, Section 8 and Section 15. Section 8 connects Alexandra to Sandton via a 4km route that includes a flyover across the M1 and extends into the Sandton Gautrain Station precinct. Complementary works included pavement upgrades, traffic calming measures, and the construction of a new bus depot in Alexandra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With all major works now complete,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.citizen.co.za\/news\/south-africa\/rea-vaya-route-launched-after-decade-long-delays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> buses<\/a> will resume operations, finally delivering on a promise made more than ten years ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-3991134626\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-moving-the-city-forward-again\">Moving the City Forward Again<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For many residents, the reopening of the Rea Vaya route represents more than just a new transport option, it\u2019s a symbol of renewal and commitment to efficient urban mobility. After years of uncertainty, Johannesburg commuters can once again rely on a service designed to connect communities, reduce congestion, and drive the city\u2019s growth forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Related article: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/rea-vaya-expands-new-bus-routes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rea Vaya Expands: New Bus Routes Coming to Sandton and Alexandra<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After more than a decade of setbacks, the City of Johannesburg has officially launched the long-delayed Rea Vaya Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Phase 1C(a) route. The long-awaited opening marks a significant milestone in improving public transport accessibility across key parts of the city. 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