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Arts Minister welcomes suspension of controversial Mandela auction

Former President Nelson Mandela

Former President Nelson Mandela

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1st February 2024

By: Sashnee Moodley

Polity and Multimedia Managing Editor

     

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The decision by US auction house Guernsey’s to suspend the auction of former President Nelson Mandela’s personal items was welcomed by Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa.

Following public outcry against the auction, and court action brought by the South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA), the online auction set for February 24 was abruptly suspended, according to a short announcement on the auctioneer’s website.

The SAHRA held meetings with Guernsey’s and Mandela’s eldest daughter Makaziwe Mandela, who had put up some of the items for auction.

“I welcome cooperation between the South African Heritage Resources Agency and Guernsey’s Auction House which sees the suspension of the auction of items associated with former President Nelson Mandela. This development allows the ongoing legal proceedings on the matter to be finalised,” Kodwa said.

The SAHRA is appealing an earlier court decision to allow the sale of the former Statesman’s personal items such as his ID book, sunglasses, clothing and letters.
 
“SAHRA, with the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture and Robben Island Museum, will continue to appeal the High Court judgment relating to the unpermitted export for exhibition or sale on auction of items associated with former President Nelson Mandela,” Kodwa added.

He urged the preservation and protection of Mandela’s legacy and South Africa’s cultural heritage.
 

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