The report which recommends that the Constitution be amended to allow the state to expropriate land without compensation was adopted with the backing of the ANC and the EFF and other, smaller opposition parties.
Racial aspersions and the arrival of Dutch settlers in 1652 were some of the heated issues as MPs discussed the day’s submissions.
But some opposition parties have cautioned that the matter should not be rushed and say even more time may be needed beyond the new 30 November deadline.
Organisations representing black farmers as well as traditional councils made submissions on Thursday.
The Constitutional Review Committee says those who made written submissions will now have a chance to make oral submissions before a report is finalised.
On Thursday, the Westonaria Civic Centre is filled to capacity where members of the public are weighing in on the amendment of Section 25 of the Constitution.
