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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
27 April 2007

FW de Klerk foundation on affirmative action

Dave Stewart from the FW de Klerk Foundation responds today to my article on affirmative action in the Cape Times. It seems to me he argues from a false premise, namely that one must necessarily choose between high standards and affirmative action. This argument seems to suggest that black people are for the moment inherently inferior, which is rather unfortunate.
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