The Campfire chats are back and we are looking forward to virtually connecting with you again this year! To encourage participation from around the country, the chats have been shared amongst the Regions. As more details become available, we will update this list. and share the topics of the chats on our social media channels.…
Written by SSA Youth Influencer Sharmaine Zita, Limpopo Region The Scout programme is designed to help young people develop valuable life skills as well as morals, values, and self-confidence. The highest award a Scout can achieve within South Africa is the Springbok Scout. With the revision of the Scout programme becoming a Springbok Scout became…
By National Young Leaders Representative Lawrence Stanton Once a Scout reaches the age of 18 their Scout advancement journey comes to an end. But this doesn’t need to mean that their involvement with the Movement should end too. We understand that this transition coincides with many other changes, such as pursuing tertiary studies or a…
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…
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…