Worse still, hundreds of taxi drivers exchanged their vehicles for shares in the Rea Vaya bus operator. Things are about to get messy …
Rea Vaya confirmed the return of the Phase 1A Services from this morning after the suspension of almost 10 buses earlier this week.
In a statement, City of Johannesburg said Rea Vaya Phase 1A Services operated by Piotrans remains suspended until further notice.
Passengers are informed that Rea Vaya buses, T1, C1, C2, C3, F1, F2, F3, F4, and F6 are temporarily suspended until further notice.
Metrobus – City of Joburg has alerted the commuters about the return-to-service of over 20 buses that were suspended earlier this week.
Metrobus – City of Joburg alerted the commuters about the urgent notice less than 24 hours into effect on its social media platforms.
Rea Vaya has apologised and thanked the commuters for their patience over the two days of non-operation in the metro.
Again, there will no Rea Vaya buses operating on Friday, 29 September, the City of Joburg cautioned commuters this evening.
Rea Vaya bus service in Johannesburg is proving to be unreliable nowadays due to the impromptu cancellation of services.
While a glimpse of Rea Vaya buses may still be spotted in Joburg, the entity has cautioned about shortages of its fleets.
The Rea Vaya bus service will resume operations in Johannesburg on Tuesday. It will run its festive schedule for the rest of the month.
Protestors in Soweto blocked the main routes of the Rea Vaya bus service on Monday morning. The entire service has been suspended until further notice.