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Johannesburg - The first phase of the much anticipated Rea Vaya Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) System will start operating on 30 August, says Johannesburg Mayor Amos Masondo.

Pretoria - Traffic is expected to increase at tolls across the country later today as holiday makers leave to their destinations.

North West - Premier Edna Molewa has urged the people of the North West to use the Easter holidays to demonstrate their commitment to building a nation that respects human life and the rules of the road.

Johannesburg - Refuse will be collected as usual throughout the Easter holidays, except on Good Friday.

Johannesburg - The Coca-Cola Zero Fest, which kicks of on Friday at 10:30am, is set to rock Johannesburg.

Pretoria - The recent spate of service delivery protests in South Africa's townships has highlighted an urgent need for a change in the approach of government institutions, says President Jacob Zuma.

Johannesburg - A Brand Messaging Book for Tourism was launched on Thursday to help everyone who comes into contact with visitors to share an inspirational message about the country as a tourism destination.

Johannesburg - The jet fuel crisis at OR Tambo International Airport has been resolved.

Johannesburg - Minister for Higher Education and Training Dr Blade Nzimande has challenged the universities to play an important role in improving the quality of learning experience provided to students.

Johannesburg - Refuse will be collected as usual throughout the Easter holidays, except on Good Friday.

Johannesburg - The Coca-Cola Zero Fest, which kicks of on Friday at 10:30am, is set to rock Johannesburg.

Pretoria - Motorists travelling towards Limpopo using the N1Northward, between Rigel and Atterbury off-ramps are advised to use alternative routes as the road is temporarily closed due to an accident.

Umvoti - The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health has deployed 132 newly qualified personnel at strategic points in the province to attend to all emergencies during the Easter holidays.

Johannesburg - Government has called on sport personalities and celebrities to participate in communication campaigns aimed at educating young people on HIV and AIDS, among other things.

Pretoria - The Independent Electoral Commission's (IEC) results centre will open its doors on Wednesday at the Tshwane Events Centre.