Heated argument amid Matlala’s postponement request [SOUND]

# Controversial businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has asked the Madlanga commission to postpone his testimony for two weeks. During a heated exchange with commissioner Sesi Baloyi, his lawyer, Annelene van den Heever, argued Matlala cannot testify until investigators provide documents linked to failed plea negotiations. She says testifying now could undermine his constitutional rights and criminal defence, insisting the outstanding material is needed before he can be properly advised: