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Springbok's lock Eben Etzebeth stands before the start of the Rugby Championship match between South Africa and New Zealand at the Loftus Versfeld stadium in Pretoria, South Africa, on October 6, 2018. Picture:  AFP.

Langebaan

SAHRC backs Langebaan community accusing Etzebeth of racist attack

By Kaylynn Palm

After meeting with the affected parties in Langebaan on Thursday night, the SAHRC said it has evidence such as voice notes and video content.

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  • FILE. Fire crews from the West Coast District Municipality, Working on Fire and SANParks brought the flames under control last night. Picture: Thomas Holder/EWN

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  • FILE: Firefighters were assisted by the South African National Parks officials, the South African Airforce and farmers in the area. Picture: Thomas Holder/EWN.

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