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“Why the Secrecy?” Public Demands Answers as ‘Cat’ Matlala Is Quietly Sent to C-Max Kokstad

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The relocation of high-profile accused Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala to the C-Max unit at eBongweni Correctional Centre in Kokstad has rekindled a nationwide discussion concerning transparency, accountability, and the public’s interest in South Africa’s correctional system. C-Max facilities are designated for the nation’s most hazardous and high-risk offenders. Assignment within such a unit is not customary and does not happen randomly. Prior to transf…
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“Why Now?” Bloem Raises Alarm Over Cat Matlala To Kokstad Maximum Prison

Activist and Citizens Forum spokesperson Dennis Bloem has sharply criticised the sudden transfer of controversial businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala to Kokstad Maximum Prison in KwaZulu-Natal, raising allegations of corruption within the Department of Correctional Services. Matlala, who has remained in the public spotlight due to his high-profile legal troubles, was previously being held at Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Centre in Pretoria, where he…

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ireportsouthafrica.co.za broke the news in on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
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