Such traditions that are culturally embedded in the white, male, Afrikaans culture and history, which are the basis of the Nagligte traditions, do not foster inclusion of other groups that must now form the new majority of the SU student body. Wilgenhoffers do not seem to appreciate the negative impact of their culture and rituals on the personal rights of certain individuals. This is because they elevate belonging to the Wilgenhof group above the rights of the individual.
I am extatic to read that Manto Tshabalala-Msimang has been moved from her post as Minister of Health and replaced with the excellent Barbara Hogan. Now if only Mbeki did this about 8 years ago. Maybe he could still have had a job. Pity Manto was not “redeployed” as ambassador to Tjikitjikistan….
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