Written by Mtha Nazo, SSA Youth Influencer ECS Every year thousands of Scouting members around the globe participate in the JOTI JOTA event where young people connect using the internet or HAM Radios. This year 17 young Scouts from the Commscouts Group in Bisho in the Eastern Cape South Region will also be able to…
By Zama Mazibuko, SSA Youth Influencer KZN The Brettonwood High School in the Umbilo area, adjacent to the Umbilo River and the M7 freeway, was one of many schools that suffered huge loss and damage due to the recent floods in KZN. Due to the severe flooding – in particular of their ground floor classes…
Written by Robert Hill, Regional Young Leaders Representative Eastern Cape South Nationwide we have a number of young people who have been appointed to represent the youth within their Scout Region at regional and national Scouting platforms, and sometimes also at international forums and conferences. Earlier this month we heard from Sharmaine Zitha from Limpopo…
Written by Thozamile DIngaan, SSA Youth Influencer Northern Cape Region There are many incredible stalwarts in Scouting that have empowered and inspired thousands of children along their many years of service. One such Adult Leader is Mr John Cedani, who is one of the longest serving adult volunteers in the Northern Cape Region. Mr John…
The 18th of July marks the day on which we give back to others in honour of Madiba. Nelson Mandela was a wise leader, a humanitarian and the Patron of SCOUTS South Africa. For many years Scouting members have been rallying to show support to local organisations nationwide on Mandela Day. From donating 67 minutes of your time, to gifting…
Today on World Environment Day we thank our members for taking action for our planet! As Scouts it is our duty to lead by example, step up and make the change for a sustainable future for all. We urge you to continue your projects and climate actions! Take a look here: https://www.facebook.com/SAScout/videos/1348294985652023 #Scouts4SDGs #scoutssouthafrica…
Written by Kiaan Patel This youth month we are focusing on the achievements of our youth members. A few months ago, Surat Hindoo Scout Kiaan Patel achieved his Springbok Award. KZN Youth Influencer Pia Ramcharitan reached out to Kiaan and here he shares his journey with us. “I began Scouting at the age of 6,…
By SSA Youth Influencers Megan Evans (GT) and Zama Mazibuko (KZN) There is an old yarn that most Scouts are probably familiar with about an old man walking down a beach littered with small starfish that had been washed up with the tide. As he continues walking, he notices a girl in the distance, picking…
Message from Chief Commissioner Gary Pienaar Best wishes to all our members on this Freedom Day. Today we reflect on the individual freedoms and civil liberties that we all enjoy. The freedom of personal choice, the freedom of expression, the freedom of association, to list but a few. Our ability to choose who we want…
Say thank you to your Scouter, DC, RC or another SSA volunteer that has made an impact in your life & they stand a chance to become SSA’s 2022 Scout Hero! On the 20th of April the World celebrates volunteers. We feel that volunteers should be celebrated every day for their dedication and hard work.…