The person referred to as "Cat Matlala" is Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, a South African figure known for his involvement in large state contracts, business in the security and medical sectors, and controversies including criminal charges. He is based in Pretoria and has been described as a "security boss" and "tenderpreneur." Matlala has directed several companies involved in health risk management and security services, expanding into government procurement and health service contracts. In recent years, he has faced serious legal troubles, including charges of attempted murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and money laundering related to a 2023 attack on his former girlfriend, actress Tebogo Thobejane. Matlala has denied the charges but remains in custody as of September 2025. He has also been implicated in allegations of police corruption and organized crime involvement. His net worth is estimated between R100-R150 million, but his business dealings have drawn intense public and official scrutiny in South Africa.
If the question refers instead to "Matlala" without the nickname "Cat," another notable person with that surname is Jacob Matlala, a celebrated South African professional boxer and four-time world champion, known as "Baby Jake." He was the shortest boxer to win a world title and was famous for his fighting spirit and charitable work, passing away in 2013.
Please specify if the inquiry is about Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, Jacob Matlala the boxer, or another Matlala.
