The legal storm surrounding the 2022 attempted murder of actress Tebogo Thobejane has taken a complex turn. Tsakane Matlala, wife of alleged cartel figure Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala, has officially opened a counter-case against Thobejane in Pretoria, accusing the influencer of a campaign of harassment.
This move adds a new layer of litigation to a saga that has gripped the South Gauteng High Court, as the two women trade serious allegations both in the courtroom and on social media.
The Counter-Accusations: Cyberbullying and Intimidation
According to reports, Tsakane Matlala’s filing targets Thobejane’s recent public statements. The charges include:
- Cyberbullying & Defamation: Claims that Thobejane has used her platform to damage Matlala’s reputation.
- Intimidation: Allegations that Thobejane has been following and threatening her.
- Online Harassment: Strategic digital pressure following recent court appearances.
The Backdrop: The 2022 Sandton Shooting
The feud is rooted in a violent incident in 2022, where Tebogo Thobejane narrowly survived a shooting in Sandton, Gauteng.
- The Arrests: Both Vusimuzi and Tsakane Matlala were arrested in connection with the hit.
- Current Status: While Tsakane is currently out on R20,000 bail, her husband, Vusimuzi, remains in custody as the trial continues.
Social Media Warfare and Trauma
The tension reached a breaking point following a recent appearance at the South Gauteng High Court. Thobejane took to social media to vent her frustrations, speaking openly about her post-traumatic stress and the reality of nearly losing her life. She allegedly referred to Vusimuzi as a “hitman” and accused Tsakane of being complicit in a plot that would have left her child motherless. Thobejane also raised eyebrows regarding the heavy security detail and bodyguards present during the couple’s court appearance.
