The state has prepared some additional charges against crime boss Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala in the attempted murder of Tebogo Thobeane case.
Notorious entrepreneur Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala appeared briefly in Alexandra Magistrates’ Court last Friday as prosecutors revealed plans to expand the criminal case against him and three co-defendants.
Mounting Legal Troubles for Controversial Figure
The embattled businessman, whose government contract dealings were previously exposed by murdered whistleblower Babita Deokaran, now faces enhanced charges including:
- Attempted murder of former partner Tebogo Thobejane (2023 incident)
- Large-scale money laundering operations
- Alleged conspiracy to commit murder
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Questionable Business Dealings Under Scrutiny
Investigators are examining Matlala’s R360-million SAPS health services contract awarded to his company Medicare24 Tshwane District, along with his ventures in private security and healthcare sectors that have drawn multiple fraud probes.
Heavy Security at Court Proceedings
The hearing saw unprecedented security measures with SAPS Special Task Force officers armed with combat rifles positioned inside the courtroom. Matlala remains detained after declining bail applications, while his wife Tsakani Matlala secured release on R20,000 bail.
Shocking Allegations Against Vusi Matlala Surface
In a dramatic development, KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lt. Gen. Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi recently implicated Matlala in explosive claims about drug cartels allegedly infiltrating South Africa’s criminal justice system, including corrupt relationships with senior law enforcement and prosecution officials.
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Case Adjourned for Further Investigation
The matter has been postponed until August 26, 2025, as prosecutors work to consolidate two separate cases. Two alleged hitmen connected to Matlala remain detained on unrelated charges while being processed for their involvement in this case.
This developing story continues to reveal new dimensions of South Africa’s ongoing battles against corruption and organized crime networks operating within government procurement systems.