South African actress and media personality Tebogo Thobejane has spoken out about the emotional toll of the ongoing criminal case involving her ex-boyfriend, Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala.
Matlala is currently in custody after allegedly orchestrating a failed assassination attempt against her.
In a statement shared on her Instagram account on Saturday, 8 November 2025, the former Muvhango star opened up about the severe impact the case has had on her mental health.
Tebogo said that the constant public scrutiny and misinformation have pushed her to a breaking point.
“Over the past months, I have continued to endure public scrutiny, false narratives, and emotional distress surrounding an ongoing criminal case in which I am the victim. Each time the matter appears in court, I am forced to relive one of the most traumatic experiences of my life. This has taken a severe toll on my mental and emotional well-being. I am living with heightened anxiety and fear, constantly reminded of events I am trying to heal from,” she said.
The actress also appealed to bloggers, social media commentators, and online publications to report with sensitivity and accuracy.
“I respectfully appeal to TikTokers, bloggers, online commentators and media platforms to approach this case with sensitivity, accuracy and humanity. The ongoing circulation of false or misleading information not only deepens my trauma, but also undermines the seriousness of the justice process,” she added.
Tebogo, who has faced relentless online mockery since speaking publicly about the attempted hit, warned that she will no longer tolerate lies or invasions of her privacy.
“Never before has a victim been placed under such relentless public scrutiny. It is painful and unjust. I have reached a point where if the invasion of my privacy and the spreading of misinformation continue, I will be left with no choice but to pursue legal action,” she warned.
Concluding her message, Tebogo pleaded for space to recover from the ordeal.
“I am resilient. I am strong. But I am also human. I deserve the right to heal, privately and peacefully,” she said.
