Operation First Class
A Scout does not really get the value of the Scout training until they are a First Class Scout. The First Class Advancement Level represents a significant step in Scouting and shows that…
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Register to start your Springbok Journey today!
It is mandatory for all aspirant Springbok Scouts to register as a Springbok Candidate with SCOUTS South Africa’s National Office, before starting the Springbok Journey! A Scout must be at least…
Happy International Women’s Day!
Did you know that there are 16 million girls and women in Scouting worldwide? In 2000 SCOUTS South Africa opened its doors to girls. Today, 23 years later, nearly half…
Last chance to join the Kander100 celebrations!
As the Kander100 celebrations are drawing nearer, we are looking to fill the last 4 spots on the SA Contingent to Switzerland. There are places for 2 youth and two…
How does the Nevetec Criminal Clearance data collection work?
SCOUTS South Africa’s partnership with Nevetec for Criminal Clearance applications is ongoing for both SCOUTS South Africa members and non-members. Selected SCOUTS South Africa members have been formally trained and…
Help a Scout by making SCOUTS SA your “MySchool” beneficiary
SCOUTS South Africa is a registered beneficiary of the MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet rewards programme. At no additional cost to yourself you could help us raise funds to grow and sustain…
Let’s take our collective energy and make a difference
Message from Chief Commissioner Gary Pienaar On the 22nd of February, Scouts all over the world will mark the birthday of our founder Lord Robert Baden-Powell. Traditionally,, during the weekend…
Golden rules of internet safety
Do you know how to be safe online? Do your Scouts know how to be safe online? Over the past years, we have all been spending a lot more time…
Let’s be seen this Founder’s Day!
On Tuesday 22 February Scouts and Scouting volunteers around the world will be celebrating Founder’s Day, which is the birthday of Scouting founder Lord Robert Baden-Powell. In South Africa events…
Strong Leadership. Confident Youth. Strong Communities.
Message from Khonzaphi Mdaka, Chief Scout Dear Scouting members, As I look around and see all the exciting training, events, and programmes that are taking place, I find myself taking…