South African Government Seeks to Stop Mandela Items Auction The South African government is appealing a court ruling that allowed an online auction of Nelson Mandela's belongings. The auction is planned to raise funds for a memorial garden near Mandela's burial site. The government argues that some items are national heritage and should not be sold. The auction house is surprised by the appeal and uncertain about the impact on the planned auction. Mandela's daughter, Dr. Makaziwe Mandela, is determined to proceed with the auction, stating that the government has no grounds to stop it.