Patrick Kidd

3 weeks ago | biznews.com | Patrick Kidd

In this special episode of the BizNews Rugby Show, Rory Steyn sits down with South Africa's ultimate ultra-distance icon, Bruce Fordyce, at the Comrades Marathon Expo in Durban. The pair reflect on the evolution of rugby, tales from the road, unforgettable Madiba moments, and the legacy of Comrades legends like Wally Hayward and Gerda Steyn. Fordyce also weighs in on this year's favourites and shares why the Comrades has become more than just a race, but a national celebration.

1 month ago | biznews.com | Kerry Lanaghan |Patrick Kidd

VAT hike withdrawn; fuel levy raised to compensatePetrol, diesel taxes increase by 2.3% and 3%Treasury trims spending, forecasts 1.4% GDP growthSign up for your early morning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. Support South Africa’s bastion of independent journalism, offering balanced insights on investments, business, and the political economy, by joining BizNews Premium.

1 month ago | biznews.com | Patrick Kidd

Springbok legend Breyton Paulse joins the BizNews Rugby Show to unpack URC playoff drama, Rassie’s surprise squad picks, and Jake White’s outcry over SA talent heading abroad. Plus, moving tributes to the late Cornal Hendricks and high hopes for the Baby Boks. The BizNews Rugby newsletter is sent out weekly by Rory Steyn, host of the BizNews Rugby podcast. Sign up for the weekly newsletter here to get the latest BizNews Rugby updates.

1 month ago | biznews.com | Patrick Kidd

Sharks vs Ospreys: “On paper, they’re world-beaters,” said Momberg, while warning about their inconsistency. Still, he predicts a clear home win for the Sharks. Munster vs Ulster: In a tight Irish derby, he fancies Munster by six, seeing them as a dangerous dark horse. Bulls vs Cardiff: The Pretoria franchise is hitting form at the right time. Expecting Loftus to be a fortress, Momberg backs a 14-point win for the Bulls. Benetton vs Glasgow Warriors: One of the weekend’s trickiest calls.

1 month ago | biznews.com | Patrick Kidd

Cardinals during the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peters Square in Vatican City, on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Key topics:What is the conclave? A centuries-old, secretive process where cardinals elect the next pope inside the Sistine Chapel. How does it work? 133 cardinal electors vote up to four times a day until one receives a two-thirds majority. What’s at stake? The future direction of the Catholic Church, from doctrine to diplomacy, hangs in the balance.