Growth begins where we are
Written by Ahmad Solomon, National Coordinator for Group Growth “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” These simple words can continue to inspire us as…
Category Archives: Impact of Scouting
Celebrating diversity, building understanding
South Africa’s diversity is one of our greatest strengths, yet many communities continue to face challenges related to prejudice, misunderstanding and the acceptance of people whose experiences may differ from…
Celebrating diversity, building understanding
South Africa’s diversity is one of our greatest strengths, yet many communities continue to face challenges related to prejudice, misunderstanding and the acceptance of people whose experiences may differ from…
1st Sedgefield’s 75 jars brought warmth and hope
Written by Grant Colloty, 1st Sedgefield Scout Group Leader While Scouting is often associated with adventure, hiking, and camping, one of its most important pillars is service. Through service projects,…
Putting Values into Action #MandelaDay
Throughout youth month, we have been highlighting the meaningful impact young people make when they are empowered to lead, serve and create positive change. As we prepare for Mandela Day…
Let’s seize the opportunity to be the change
Message from Jonathan Pienaar, National Young Leaders Representative Dear Scouts, Rovers and Young Adult Volunteers. Today marks the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Soweto uprising. A historic event that helped…
Laura, finding her own path in life
When Laura Owens joined 1st Claremont Scout Group, she was so eager to begin her Scouting adventure that she started attending the Cub meetings two weeks before her seventh birthday.…
Young people learn to grow food and support food security
World Hunger Day reminds us that addressing hunger begins with practical skills, local action, and investing in young people. Through SCOUTS South Africa’s Food for Life programme, young people are…
Africa’s future is shaped by the actions we take today.
Africa Day reminds us that Africa’s future is shaped by the actions we take today. This Africa Day, we celebrate the power of young people across our continent: learning together, leading…
12.5% of biodiversity observations done by Scouts!
Today, on the International Day for Biological Diversity, we congratulate all our members who actively participated in this year’s Global City Nature Challenge. Meerkats, Cubs, Scouts, Rovers and Scouters from…