In this BizNews Briefing interview Rory Steyn, a member of the Comrades Marathon Board of Trustees and former security chief for Nelson Mandela, discussing his role in safeguarding the legacy and spirit of the Comrades Marathon. Steyn talks passionately about the race's unique cultural and historical significance in South Africa, emphasizing its role in bringing people together from diverse backgrounds. He outlines the challenges the Board faces in balancing the preservation of the marathon's core values with the need for modern innovations and commercial support. Additionally, Steyn highlights the importance of developing young talent and maintaining inclusivity within the race, while upholding the event’s reputation as a symbol of resilience, community, and South African identity. His commitment reflects a vision for the marathon to continue inspiring future generations. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. The seventh BizNews Conference, BNC#7, is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. The 2025 BizNews Conference is designed to provide an excellent opportunity for members of the BizNews community to interact directly with the keynote speakers, old (and new) friends from previous BNC events - and to interact with members of the BizNews team. Register for BNC#7 here.