Cat Vusumzi Matlala as he wraps up his testimony at Kgosi Mampuru correctional centre photo by Dimakatso Modipa
By Henry Mamothame
(IDAC) Investigating Directorate Against Corruption Spokesperson
The Pretoria Magistrates’ Court postponed the case against Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala to 13 May 2026 for the finalisation of consultations and for him to give instructions to his attorney.
The court granted the state its request to have Matlala detained at Kgosi Mampuru until consultations are completed.
Matlala would be joined by 15 others who are facing charges of corruption, fraud and the Contravention of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
The charges relate to the alleged irregular awarding of a contract to Medicare 24, a company owned by Matlala, valued at approximately R228 million.
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