Message from Chief Scout Brendon Hausberger Every year as the December holidays roll around, there’s something comfortable about repeating the same rituals or traditions that you and your family have shared year after year. Maybe it’s setting up a Christmas tree or a Menorah, perhaps it’s celebrating Bodhi day. For others, it’s just taking the…
Thank you for being part of our Scouting family! We know that 2021 has not been an easy year, but we are glad that we were able to smile, explore, and make a difference in the lives of others together with you. May you have a wonderful holiday with your loved ones this festive season!…
Thank you to our amazing and dedicated volunteers #InternationalVolunteerDay We recognise and appreciate the huge effort you put into running your Scouting programmes. You are empowering and changing the lives of our young people in South Africa, and are ensuring that they are #prepared and able to #createabetterworld. #scoutssouthafrica #volunteerism #gratitude #volunteernowforourcommonfuture
“Draw Your Dream” and make it a reality to be part of the 25th World Scout Jamboree, which is to be held at SaeManGeum, Jeollabuk-do, Republic of Korea from the 1st to 12th August 2023. The SCOUTS South Africa Jamboree Contingent will depart on 24th July 2023 to Korea to attend the 25th World Scout…
Written by Dylan Cloete, SSA Youth Influencer Western Cape Earlier this year 1st Durbanville Rovers donated some of their Group’s older equipment to the 1st Darling Scout Group. This neighbourly gesture has had a big impact on the way Scouting is now delivered to the youth in Darling. “Before a Rover Recruit is invested into…
Message from Chief Scout Brendon Hausberger Greetings Scouting Members, Firstly, let us acknowledge our students and learners – most of whom have or will shortly complete their exams. I hope that the results you get will reflect the hard work you have put into your learning. I congratulate you all on your achievements despite the…
The Stats SA Mid-Year Population Report of 19 July 2021 states that the total number of people living with HIV in South Africa is estimated at approximately 8,2 million in 2021. For youth and adults aged 15–49 years of age, an estimated 19,5% of the population is HIV positive. As a youth organisation it is…
The 30th of November #GivingTuesday marks a global day of unity and giving to causes that are close to our hearts. SCOUTS South Africa’s ‘Friends of Scouting’ programme recognises all people and companies that donate and change the lives of the children and youth we serve, albeit once-off or on a monthly basis. The donations of our friends…
Mzamo Ncube is no stranger to the Scout Movement. As the Regional Young Leaders Representative for the KZN Region he has been hard at work promoting youth involvement and ensuring voices are heard. He has now joined Pia and Zama in the KZN SSA Youth Influencer team. I am Mzamo Ncube. I’m a youth activist…
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence 25 November – 10 December As a youth movement that promotes peace and equality, we ask our members to raise your voices and call for an end to all forms of violence against girls and women. Between 25 November and 10 December, in support of our country’s ’16…