Since 2018, South African Scouts have been part of a global drive to encourage young people to take local actions for worldwide change. Following the launch of the Scouts for…
The World Health Organization (WHO) marks World Drowning Prevention Day, reminding governments, organisations and communities that drowning is both predictable and preventable. The WHO’s campaign highlights that if we unite…
As communities across South Africa marked Mandela Month over the past several weeks, thousands of Scout members quietly demonstrated that Nelson Mandela’s legacy is not only remembered each July, but…
As South Africa marked Mandela Day and continued to celebrate Mandela Month, Scout Groups across the country once again demonstrated that service is at the heart of Scouting. While many…
Written by Ahmad Solomon, National Coordinator for Group Growth “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” These simple words can continue to inspire us as…
You are never too young to serve and share as the Bush Hill, Randpark Ridge, and Parkmore Meerkats recently proved. As part of their Community Badge the Meerkats made a…
South Africa’s diversity is one of our greatest strengths, yet many communities continue to face challenges related to prejudice, misunderstanding and the acceptance of people whose experiences may differ from…
South Africa’s diversity is one of our greatest strengths, yet many communities continue to face challenges related to prejudice, misunderstanding and the acceptance of people whose experiences may differ from…
Written by Theo Rijs, Chair National Scout Programme What makes Scouting different from many other youth activities? The answer is simple – The Patrol System. For more than a century, the…
Throughout youth month, we have been highlighting the meaningful impact young people make when they are empowered to lead, serve and create positive change. As we prepare for Mandela Day…