Since 2018, South African Scouts have been part of a global drive to encourage young people to take local actions for worldwide change. Following the launch of the Scouts for…
The World Health Organization (WHO) marks World Drowning Prevention Day, reminding governments, organisations and communities that drowning is both predictable and preventable. The WHO’s campaign highlights that if we unite…
As communities across South Africa marked Mandela Month over the past several weeks, thousands of Scout members quietly demonstrated that Nelson Mandela’s legacy is not only remembered each July, but…
As South Africa marked Mandela Day and continued to celebrate Mandela Month, Scout Groups across the country once again demonstrated that service is at the heart of Scouting. While many…
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…
By Theo Rijs, Chair National Scout Programme On Saturday, 1 August 2026, we are inviting every Meerkat, Cub, Scout, Rover, Adult Leader and Scout family to join thousands of people…
By Thabiso Majola, Chair National Rover Programme When we think of the word “service,” we often picture large-scale disaster relief efforts, major community projects, or publicised charity drives. While these…
Applications are now open to join the Pinkies team at Kandersteg International Scout Centre (KISC), the World Scout Centre nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps. Over the years,…
Calling all Meerkat Den Scouters, Assistant Den Scouters and Den Helpers! Somewhere over the rainbow, a Meerkat adventure is waiting… The virtual National Meerkat Mischief is back on 8 August…
Looking for the latest Star Awards Guidelines and Self-Assessment forms? Find the Star Awards for your Unit HERE. The Star Awards Recognition Programme is an important tool that helps…