BNC#7: Rory Steyn - Mandela's former bodyguard on leadership; security; sport - and 'Madiba Magic'

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At the seventh BizNews Conference (BNC#7), Rory Steyn, former bodyguard to Nelson Mandela and global security expert, shared behind-the-scenes insights into safeguarding a world leader, the evolution of security, and the intersection of sports and leadership. In an engaging discussion with BizNews founder Alec Hogg, Steyn revealed gripping stories from his time with Mandela, reflected on modern security challenges, and explored the powerful lessons sports can teach about leadership and resilience.

1 Apr 11AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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