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 Land of a stalwart yeoman race,—
 * Stern, but with hearts as true as a bell;

Homely, but full of kindly grace,
 * Cape of Good Hope, we love thee well.

Land of the dark Amakosa tall,
 * Seeking release from the savage spell;

Land where there's room and to spare for all,
 * Cape of Good Hope, we love thee well.

Land of Good Hope! our prayer we raise,—
 * May peace and plenty with thee dwell;

Filling our hearts with grateful praise,
 * For this bright land we love so well.

W. Selwyn.