A strategy for SCOUTS South Africa A discussion document in preparation for the Lekgota 2017. Download the PDF version of the SCOUTS South Africa Strategy here Introduction: The context of our strategic thinking Scouting is a global organisation focused on developing youth be productive and contributing members of their communities. Our aims are robust: develop…
Financial sustainability of SCOUTS SA A discussion document in preparation for the Lekgota 2017. Download the PDF version of the Financial and Sustainability Discussion Document here. 1. Introduction SSA has more than 190 000 child and youth members and over 5 000 adults who volunteer their time – at no cost to the organisation –…
Written by Madita Bünnecke Every year we welcome two volunteers from Germany to the Mpumalanga Regional Office. Lisa Schermuly arrived a few weeks ago and has since then participated in a regional wood badge course as well as enjoyed the local color run with fellow volunteers Thomas Blum and Jurian Thomas. SSA: Can you please…
Sanjamb 2017 has nearly 500 entries! Hurry up and register or you will miss out on an incredible adventure! Space is limited!! Held from 8-16 December at the Voortrekker campsite in Doornkloof, Free State. Sanjamb promises activities such as swimming, movie nights, commando course, gladiator fights and some good Scouting times! To register: Sign up for Sanjamb…
Written by Madita Bünnecke A year of adventure in Mpumalanga awaits Thomas Blum. Thomas is one of the new volunteers from the German Scout Association DPSG who will be assisting the regional office in implementing their projects. SSA: Can you please tell us a bit more about yourself? My name is Thomas Blum. I am…
Thank you to those of you whom have registered to attend the event where we can talk about building Scouting in South Africa together. There have been requests to allow 2 people per Scout Group to register and attend. We are now opening the Lekgotla 2017 participation to 2 representatives from each Scout Group that has…
Are you creative, innovative and passionate about Scouting? Are you excited about the 2019 World Scout Jamboree in the USA? Would you like to see your design worn by the SA Contingent and traded with Scouts from around the world? We are looking for exciting and vibrant designs for a SA contingent badge to be…
We’re delighted to announce that the World Committee of the World Organisation of the Scout Movement awarded the Bronze Wolf to South African Scouting legend Winston Adams in recognition of his outstanding services of the most exceptional character. The Bronze Wolf is the only award presented by the World Committee of the World Organisation of…
We are excited to introduce Madita Bϋnnecke to you. Madita arrived in August and will be volunteering with the Western Cape School Scouting team as well as the national office. SSA: Can you please tell us a bit more about yourself? Madita: I’m Madita Alena Bϋnnecke, I am 18 years old and I come from…
At the 41st World Scout Conference in Azerbaijan in August 2017, the World Scout Committee recognized SCOUTS South Africa’s efforts in growing the Scouting Movement in Africa. We were awarded two Growth Awards. One for achieving “Absolute Growth in Africa” and the second one for the “Increase in percentage of young people reached in Africa”.…