This week we are highlighting the immense value of recognising the difference Adult Leaders are making in our lives, and the lives of young members in Scouting. We have spoken…
Today we’re looking at two important categories in SCOUTS South Africa’s Awards and Recognition Programme: Service Awards and Merit Awards. Although both recognise valuable contributions to Scouting, they recognise different…
It is important to understand that Commendations and Service Awards are different types of recognition. Sometimes a Rover or Adult Leader does something exceptional. Something that goes beyond the normal…
Behind every young person who grows through Scouting is often a volunteer who encouraged them, guided them and helped them believe in themselves. Eastern Cape South Regional Young Leaders Representative…
This week we are challenging SCOUTS South Africa members to recognise the difference their volunteers are making and to celebrate their Adult Leaders! One of the biggest myths about recognition…
By Joy Hutchinson, member of the Adult Support team Every August, we celebrate the remarkable women who shape our families, communities and our nation. This year’s Women’s Month theme, “Empowered…
Scouting runs on volunteers. Behind every weekend camp, hike, badge, activity and opportunity for young people, there is a dedicated Adult volunteer who has given their time, skills and energy…
Today, on International Youth Day, we celebrate young people and the power of bringing them together and having dialogues for peace. The theme for 2026, “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations,” speaks…
By Caroline Boshoff, SCOUTS SA Content Creator Rovers, together with World Scouting Secretary General David Berg, Africa Scout Region Director Frédéric Tutu Kama-Kama, Africa Scout Committee Vice-Chair Leonilda Lima, and…
Every August, South Africa celebrates Women’s Month by recognising the achievements of women while reflecting on the work that remains to ensure gender equality in our country. This year’s theme…