Cat Matlala’s talks remain ‘engagements,’ not a plea agreement, says NPA

The National Prosecuting Authority says it has not entered into any plea agreement with Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala.

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) says engagements with Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala are ongoing and it has denied reports that the murder accused businessman has entered into a plea agreement with the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC).

This follows reports that Matlala was negotiating a plea deal in exchange for information that could implicate several individuals in a major corruption investigation linked to his company, Medicare 24 Tshwane District.

NPA spokesperson Kaizer Kganyago said no plea agreement discussions had taken place.

“When we were in court last Monday, it was stated in open court that there were engagements between the IDAC and accused number one in the case, Cat Matlala,” Kganyago told SABC News.