Nthabiseng Nzama, 23, was granted bail on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, and will return to court on October 26, 2025, to join her co-accused as the case is set down for further proceedings. Her return to court is connected to the attempted murder case of actress and influencer Tebogo Thobejane, for which she faces charges of money laundering. The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has not disclosed that she is being charged regarding an amount of R120 000 that was paid from her bank account.
She is the daughter of one of the murder accused.
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Bail Granted: Nzama was released on bail after her court appearance on July 22, 2025, making her one of the few among the accused to secure release at this stage.
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Next Court Date: Her case is postponed to October 26, 2025, when she will appear alongside the main accused in the Tebogo Thobejane attempted murder matter, which has drawn significant public interest due to its links to organized crime and celebrity involvement.
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Charges: She is specifically charged with money laundering related to the attempted murder of Thobejane, which occurred after the actress’s vehicle was ambushed and shot at on the N1 highway near Sandton.
Main suspects involved in the attempted murder of actress and influencer Tebogo Thobejane, including their alleged roles, connections to other crimes, and current legal status as of July 2025.
Katiso Molefe is considered the alleged mastermind behind the assassination of DJ Sumbody, the murder of Armand Swart, and the attempted murder of Tebogo Thobejane. He is currently awaiting a bail application.
Musa Kekana, Tiego Floyd Mabusela, and Michael Pule Tau are all suspected hitmen with alleged involvement in the murders of DJ Sumbody and Armand Swart. Kekana and Mabusela are further linked to the attempted murder of Tebogo Thobejane and her companions, as well as assaults on other business figures like Joe Sibanyoni. All three remain in custody.
Controversial businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala and his wife, Tsakani Matlala, face charges of conspiracy and money laundering in connection with the Thobejane case. “Cat” Matlala is in custody, while Tsakani Matlala has been released on bail.
