South Africa: Courts and Commissions - Matlala Returns to Hot Seat

South Africa: Courts and Commissions - Matlala Returns to Hot Seat

Vusimuzi Matlala is expected to answer more questions about senior police officials and his alleged links to the criminal underworld at the Madlanga Commission. A 22-year-old suspect charged with murdering boxing champion Zolani Tete and attempting to murder a woman is expected in court on Monday.

Madlanga orders Cat Matlala's lawyers to argue self-incrimination bid

Vusimuzi 'Cat" Matlala returns to the Madlanga Commission to answer questions, including about his controversial Medicare24 Tshwane contract with the South African Police Service (SAPS).

‘Cat’ Matlala continues testimony at Madlanga commission

Alleged kingpin Vusimusi ‘Cat’ Matlala is resuming his testimony on Monday

Matlala told to identify offences he fears being incriminated in - SABC News - Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa's news leader.

The Madlanga Commission has heard arguments over attempted murder accused Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala’s reliance on a Section 204 affidavit to invoke his right against self-incrimination. Commissioners questioned whether Matlala can refuse to answer questions while simultaneously relying on a document that the Commission has not been allowed to examine. The documents relate to a plea agreement process that was later abandoned. Commission Chairperson …

Matlala denies close ties with other cartel suspects

Matlala denies close ties with other cartel suspects Zandile.Khumalo Mon, 08/24/2026 - 21:05 JOHANNESBURG - Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala insists he has no personal or professional relationship with Ignatius Mothakathi.Mothakathi's name surfaced during testimonies at the Madlanga Commission as part of the so-called Big Five cartel."I know Ignatius Mothakathi, Katiso Molefe by virtue of being introduced to them by Msibi whom I rendered services with, n…

Vusimuzi Matlala challenges General Mkhwanazi to hand over meeting recording to Madlanga Commission

Vusimuzi Matlala has called on KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi to hand over a recording of their disputed meeting to the Madlanga Commission.