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The first phase of the R10-billion Rea Vaya Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system will be up and running in time for the Confederations Cup in June next year.Already, the roadworks on the section of the Pat Mbatha taxi and busway, which links Soweto to the inner city, has been completed.It is estimated that during the Confederations Cup, the Rea Vaya BRT will be able to transport 69 300 passengers...
... also cater for the overwhelming need for enhanced public transport for commuters traveling from Soweto and surrounding areas to the inner city."Providing effective and efficient transport at an affordable cost is our primary objective and we are well on track to meet these commitments," said Ms Moosajee.A substantial portion of the overall BRT phase one route will be in place in time for...
... its preppy origins, but it’s integrating that preppiness into its self-labeled “Upper West Side Soweto” sound.You may remember that around this time last year, at the New Yorker caused considerable controversy for suggesting that indie rock was dominated by predominantly white influences, unique among the annals of rock 'n’ roll. While playing the race card may have not been the best way...
'Tis the season for popular entertainers/musicians to be dying, I suppose. LeRoi Moore, who has been with since their formation in 1991, died in a Los Angeles hospital earlier today. Say what you will about Dave Matthews, but the band's mix of Soweto beats, jazz, and jam-band aesthetics has proven to have massive, worldwide appeal, and this is sad, untimely news. Moore was injured in an ATV...
... could not confirm or deny the allegations but said investigations were continuing.Last week two Soweto learners committed suicide under mysterious circumstances and there were similarities in both incidences.Both pupils left suicide notes which depict similarities.In a bid to ensure safety in schools, the Department of Education jointly with the South African Police Service visits schools...
... loss to Molitor made him reassess his boxing career and after leaving his father's gymnasium in Soweto, Takalani asked me to manage and train him. I duly obliged, and since I've always felt that he was more suited to boxing as a featherweight, where he'd previously reigned as national champion, I decided to have him pursue the vacant IBO featherweight title," said Durandt.
By Thandi SkadeAnga Anatha Ludidi has no more words to describe the anguish she is feeling - 11 days and counting since her 7-year-old son Likho was abducted."What can I say? I just want my child back," she said.It has now been 11 days since the little boy was abducted on his way to school in Protea Glen, Soweto, and both police and family have no new leads on the child's whereabouts despite...
... (50) challenges cycling clubs to organise a fun cycling race for women in Bethal, like the Tour de Soweto race."We always see people on television in bicycle competitions and winning prizes, and we would also like to have it here," she says. "Women in Bethal love their bikes and when you want to see more of us, come in the mornings because others knock off early in the afternoon. I love...
... Terrorism Act. While in police custody, Biko, who helped organize protests that culminated in the Soweto Uprising of 1976, sustained a major head injury during interrogations. He would later die as a result of brain damage. Police initially claimed Biko’s death to be caused by the health effects of a hunger strike. However, in 1997, five former South African security officers admitting to...
... unfair to him. I don't think he was given the respect he deserved. It breaks my heart."The Soweto-born jazz all-rounder didn't let his problems get to him. He was always laughing. When he was on stage, flashing his perfect set of teeth, his enthusiasm was boundless."I'll forever remember his energy," said Khaile.Khaile's sorrow has a bitter edge. "There were people who could have informed...
Saru should slash the price of Test tickets if they’re serious about growing the game. The governing body recently sent the Boks to Soweto for a coaching clinic, but how many of those township kids will ever get to see a Tri-Nations match live? Peter de Villiers talks about “taking the game to the people” but [...]
Construction at Soweto's Orlando Stadium, one of the training venues for the 2010 Fifa World Cup, is more than 90% complete, with work on the 45 000-seater venue expected to be finished by November this year.
