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MUGABE SON CASE DELAYED AGAIN | Court Sets New Date as Plea Talks Stall

MDNtv — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:50:58 +0000

The court case involving Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, son of the late former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe, has been postponed to 17 April 2026 as plea negotiations continue to drag on.

Mugabe and his co-accused Tobias Tamirepi Matonhodze remain in custody after the State confirmed that discussions are still not finalised, despite earlier expectations that an agreement was close.

The magistrate has now issued a clear warning that no further delays will be tolerated, making the next court date a critical moment in this high-profile case.

Here’s what we cover in this video:

Why the case has been postponed again
Details of the ongoing plea negotiations
The serious charges both men are facing
What the court’s warning means moving forward

The charges are severe and include attempted murder, after a 23-year-old gardener was allegedly shot in the back at a Hyde Park property in February, along with firearm offences, defeating the ends of justice, and immigration-related violations.

The accused had also abandoned their bail applications, adding another layer of complexity to the case.

This story continues to unfold, with growing public interest across the region.

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🔥 JOHANNESBURG HIGH COURT REVIEWS VUSIMUZI MATLALA CASE | PRE-TRIAL HEARINGS UPDATE ⚖️

MDNtv — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:47:16 +0000

Stay updated with the latest developments from the Johannesburg High Court as it reviews readiness for the high-profile case involving businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala and his co-accused.

In this video, you’ll learn about the ongoing pre-trial proceedings, the serious charges faced by Matlala and his wife Tsakane Matlala, and the legal concerns raised by the defense team.

The case includes 25 charges, with 11 counts of attempted murder, connected to multiple alleged shootings between 2022 and 2024. One of the most talked-about incidents is the October 2023 shooting, where actress and socialite Tebogo Thobejane was injured.

The court is now examining whether both the prosecution and defense are fully prepared to move forward, after claims of delays in providing key documents.

Watch till the end to understand what this means for the case and what could happen next.

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A FATHER STAB SON TO DEATH IN SELF DEFENSE

Gavaza Ledwaba — Sun, 04 Jan 2026 09:58:01 +0000

A 60 year old man is to appear before a Senwabarwana magistrate court on Monday for stabbing his 43 year old son to death with a sharp object on Thursday (01 January 2026)

According to police the son was not on good terms with his mother and father.

It is alleged that the son, upon his arrival at his parents’ homestead, he was carrying his death weapon.

Police say a heated argument erupted after confronting his parents, and the father overpowered him and used the object on him. The 43 year old died on the scene.

On another matter, a 56 year old Tzaneen man is to apply for a bail application after shooting his 31 year old son 5 times.

The son is currently receiving treatment at Letaba Hospital.

He will reappear before a Nkowa Nkowa magistrate court on Tuesday ( 6 January 2026).

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Limpopo Man Loses RAF Claim After Court Finds Car Attack Stemmed From Tavern Brawl

Philani Mzila — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 05:38:34 +0000

A Limpopo man has lost his Road Accident Fund (RAF) claim after a court ruled that he was not a victim of a hit-and-run accident, but rather the target of a violent confrontation that escalated into a car attack.

The incident happened at Fish Point Tavern in Vleifontein, Louis Trichardt, in the early hours of January 1, 2019. Oscar Mashengani was struck by a car driven by Tendani Edwin Ramunenyiwa, following an argument that began over a simple bucket used to carry leftover alcohol.

According to testimony, the tavern owner had switched off the music and asked patrons to leave. Mashengani asked to borrow a bucket to take his remaining liquor, a request that was approved. Ramunenyiwa disagreed with this, leading to a heated argument that later turned physical.

After bystanders separated the two men, Ramunenyiwa went to his car, drove it toward Mashengani and his friends, and struck Mashengani. Witnesses said he attempted to drive into him a second time but was stopped by people at the scene. Mashengani was rushed to a nearby clinic, and an attempted murder case was opened against Ramunenyiwa.

When questioned by police, Mashengani admitted to slapping Ramunenyiwa during the fight. His statement was supported by two friends who witnessed the confrontation.

However, when he later filed his RAF claim, Mashengani described the incident as a hit-and-run and did not disclose the earlier fight. In court, he appeared as the only witness, and his testimony conflicted with both his police statement and the affidavits of his friends.

The judge noted several inconsistencies, including his claim that he was not drunk despite saying he had been drinking from midday until early morning. The court found his version unreliable and concluded that the driver had intentionally used the vehicle as a weapon, making it a criminal attack rather than an accident caused by negligence.

Because the RAF only compensates victims of negligent driving, not intentional harm, Mashengani’s claim was dismissed.

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CAT MATLALA’S BAIL APPEAL DISMISSED

Hlakaniphile Magadlela — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 08:23:03 +0000

The Johannesburg High Court has dismissed the bail appeal of Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, who faces multiple charges including conspiracy to commit murder, attempted murder, and money laundering.

Delivering judgment on 27 October 2025, Acting Judge PJ du Plessis ruled that despite the Regional Magistrate applying the wrong schedule during the initial bail hearing, the correct legal standard (“interests of justice”) still did not favour Matlala’s release.

The court found that:

• Matlala remains a flight risk with both the means and opportunity to evade trial.

• There is a likelihood of interference with witnesses and the administration of justice.

• His continued detention is in the interests of justice, given the seriousness of the charges and the risk posed to the community.

The judgment also noted the State’s concession that it had erred regarding the timing of a key R100,000 payment, but ruled that this alone did not outweigh the other risks.

Matlala—dubbed “CAT”—is accused alongside four co-accused in three separate attempted murder cases involving socialite Tebogo Thobejane, businessman Sibanyoni, and DJ Mokubong (“DJ Wetties”).

His appeal was formally dismissed, meaning he will remain in custody pending trial.

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