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Witness’s memory tested as court blocks CCTV evidence in Matlala trial

The credibility of the State's first witness in the trial of alleged underworld kingpin, Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala, came under intense scrutiny on Tuesday, as the Johannesburg High Court refused to allow CCTV footage to be played, until it is properly authenticated. Defence lawyers also challenged the witness's recollection of key details surrounding the 2022 attempted murder of taxi boss, Joe "Ferrari" Sibanyoni. Security guard, Bethwell Cele, spent hours in the […]

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Mahungela murder trial postponed amid legal clash

The murder trial of 23-year-old, Bafana Mahungela, has been postponed to Wednesday following heated legal disputes between the State and the defence over procedure, witness consultations and legal standing. Mahungela, who appeared at the Johannesburg High Court, is accused of the kidnapping, robbery and murder of Johannesburg teacher Kirsten Kluyts, whose body was found along a jogging path in November 2023. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges. He […]

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