Building a culture of safeguarding mental health in Scouting
This week we are looking at how SCOUTS SA is making Safe from Harm a culture we live by. We are reminded that creating safe spaces for young people and…
This week we are looking at how SCOUTS SA is making Safe from Harm a culture we live by. We are reminded that creating safe spaces for young people and…
Within SCOUTS South Africa creating environments where children and volunteers feel Safe from Harm is more than a framework with policies, it is a culture we actively build every day.…
Adventure awaits in the heart of the Cederberg Mountains! Registrations are officially open for the 2026 Senior Scout Adventure, taking place from 8–19 December 2026. Designed for Senior Scouts aged…
The 2nd Africa Scout Moot is coming to South Africa from the 1st to the 8th of August 2026, and it promises to be an unforgettable celebration of outdoor experiences,…
Many people hesitate to volunteer because they feel they don’t have the right skills. At SCOUTS South Africa, the opposite is true. You don’t need to arrive with experience. You…
Scouts and leaders from across Southern Africa gathered in Manzini, Eswatini, for the 20th Southern Africa Scout Youth Forum and the 49th Zonal Conference, under the theme “Embracing diversity and…
By Wayne du Plessis, SCOUTS South Africa CEO Scouting in South Africa is built on partnership and shared purpose. It is not the work of one group alone, but a…
By Paul Innes, Chair: National Adult Support Scouting is more than just an activity—it is a journey of growth, adventure, and character development for young people. This is “How we…
A reflection by SCOUTS South Africa Board member Thomas Meyer. As we mark 1 May, conversations often focus on jobs, productivity, and economic growth. These issues matter deeply, especially in…
In Scouting, girls and boys as young as 11 are introduced to the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, not just in theory, but through practical, hands-on experience. As part of the Scout Advancement…