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Knysna resident says not racism, just attempt to help old man in his street

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Earlier this month, an alleged racist incident in Knysna Heights spread like wildfire online. Even Mayor Georlene Wolmarans seized the opportunity to publish an anti-racism press release. Finally, the other side, is being told in more detail. As Nathier Abrahams was given a spot to share his story, so must Justus Burger be given that chance. Unfortunately for Burger, news cycles tend to run hot for a few days and then cool down. He’s unlikely to receive the same attention but I can hope that my regular readers consider all … Read the full article…

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Follow-Up: Alleged Knysna Heights Racist Incident

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The Cape Argus has published a thin on facts article on the alleged racially induced incident in Knysna Heights – www.iol.co.za/capeargus/gun-drawn-in-knysna-race-row-1967584. There are some things i don’t understand (can someone educate me?) i.e. How did anyone know the gun was loaded? I’m no gun person but isn’t cocking a gun a modern myth made by Hollywood movies? < p style=”text-align: justify;”>There’s only one side until all parties speak. < p style=”text-align: justify;”>Although i got a fragment from the neighbour with the gun, which i included in my article, his willingness … Read the full article…

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Gun Allegedly Pointed at Knysna Tourists Over Parking Dispute

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An alleged racial incident in Knysna has exploded on Facebook. Nathier Abrahams, a businessman from Cape Town who is one of the complainants, gained almost 5000 shares within one day for his impassioned retelling of what happened to him and a group of friends on December 31 2015. The other side tells a completely different story. It happened in the street outside a guesthouse in the suburb of Knysna Heights where he and a group of friends were staying, some for 6 days. They’d experienced a good holiday but that … Read the full article…

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House Burns, Cars Explode in Knysna

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The photo clearly shows the sad aftermath of the fire in Campbell Drive in Knysna Heights on the night of May 6. Both cars in the garage exploded, starting a fire that quickly subsumed the house. The fire may have been caused by a power surge after load shedding. The house is owned by Elaine Young who owns Hair By Elaine in Grey Street.

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