JOHANNESBURG – Businessman Vusi “Cat” Matlala appeared in court on Friday alongside his wife, Tsakani, as his attempted murder trial was postponed to next month following a request from his legal team for full access to state evidence.
The couple, joined by two co-accused, face charges relating to a drive-by shooting targeting actress Tebogo Thobejane in Sandton in October 2023. Thobejane was unharmed, but her companion sustained serious injuries and was hospitalised for over a month.
Matlala entered the courtroom from the holding cells in leg irons, sporting a clean-shaven look and formal attire. His wife, who was granted bail earlier, arrived in a tailored grey dress and oversized spectacles.
There was a strong police presence at the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court, where the defence requested more time to examine undisclosed sections of the prosecution’s evidence.
The matter has been adjourned to August as preparations for trial continue.
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