By: Iavan Pijoos
The Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg on Monday rejected an application for leave of absence from the proceedings by one of the accused in the trial of alleged criminal kingpin Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala.


Iavan Pijoos is a Journalist at News24. He focuses on themes such as crime and justice, the judicial system, and animal rights, exploring topics like corporate fraud, financial crimes, and animal cruelty. Iavan's work has been featured in prominent publications including the Sunday Times, Sowetan, and HeraldLIVE.
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Iavan Pijoos focuses on local stories within South Africa, primarily covering crime and evolving news. His articles often involve breaking news and follow the development of ongoing cases. If you want to reach out to him, consider providing insights related to crime or violence in South Africa, particularly those concerning ongoing investigations or developing situations.
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