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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.

Report of independent panel on abuses in Wilgenhof men's residence, University of Stellenbosch
4 May 2007

Bloody hell: thank heavens it ain’t 1985

Watching this extract form an SABC news bulletin of July 1985 chilled me to the bone. Whenever we complain about our democracy, it’s good to remember how bad it was in the past. This video sure helps in that regard.

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