Scouts in SA are investing in peace
Being a Messenger of Peace is not simply about wearing a badge. It is about choosing, every day, to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Today on…
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A Scout is a friend to animals…
Written by Andrew Purnell, Conservation Professional & Troop Scouter 2nd Somerset West What does the 6th Scout Law really mean to you? Does it simply mean that Scouts are kind to their…
Uniting to turn the tide on drowning
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…
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…
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…
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…
3 264 volunteers drive sustainable development.
In the last financial year, 3 264 Adult Volunteers and Rovers across SCOUTS South Africa contributed an estimated 718 080 volunteer hours to youth development, community upliftment and the achievement…
Strengthening partnerships for youth in Southern Africa
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…
Get your CNC 2026 badges and sync those images!
There is still time to sync, check your observations and add photos that were taken during the City Nature Challenge window being 24-27 April! But remember, time is ticking, so…
From trails to tales #worldbookday
When you hear the word “Scouting” it is always pictured as campfires, hiking trails, and outdoor adventure – which is defintely true. But there’s another side to Scouting that sometimes…