In Scouting, we’re committed to ensuring a safe environment for our young members and volunteers. This week we will be raising awareness about our Safe from Harm procedures and how we can continue to ensure the safety of the children and young people we serve in South Africa and globally. What is Safe from Harm?…
Dear Scouting members, Despite the enthusiasm to hold a Sanjamb in 2021, the organising committee and the SSA leadership team have made the difficult decision that this will not be possible, given the challenges posed by the current Covid pandemic and the likelihood that restrictions will be with us for some time yet. Under these…
In order to improve our communication with members nationwide we are introducing a National SCOUTS South Africa WhatsApp service in addition to the info@scouts.org.za helpdesk. It is open for all Scouting related queries. WhatsApp’s will be attended to on weekdays from 8h30 to 16h00, excl. public holidays. If you need to get in touch with…
Today is #EarthDay. A day where people reflect on the state of our planet and what can be done to conserve our environment and mitigate the impact of climate change. As Scouts, we believe that every day is Earth Day and that it is our duty to act and protect the world we live in…
Today we thank and recognise all our volunteers and the tremendous efforts all of you put into running the Scouting programmes. #volunteerrecognitionday You are empowering and changing the lives of our young people in South Africa. #scoutssouthafrica Chief Scout Brendon Hausberger. View full message from our Chief Scout here: https://fb.watch/4_yjD5eXVC/
With the ongoing Covid pandemic, and fears for more waves, many of our Scouting family members are struggling both physically and mentally. It is important for us to be aware and informed about our own mental health, as well as that of our family and friends close to us. To this end we want to…
So, you have been hearing a lot about plastic pollution and want to do something about it. Completing the Tide Turners Plastic Challenge is a great way to start! Once again Chief Commissioner Gary Pienaar invites you to join him in turning the tide on plastic! This time around he will be in East London.…
So, you have been hearing a lot about plastic pollution and want to do something about it. Completing the Tide Turners Plastic Challenge is a great way to start! You are invited to join our Chief Commissioner Gary Pienaar in turning the tide on plastic! Date: 17 April 2021 Time: 09:00 to 13:00 Venue:…
A few years ago we received a message from a Scout supporter in Italy. His name is Filippo Bagarolo. We started talking about the impact of Scouting in South Africa and since then he has become a true Friend to Scouting. From liking and sharing the achievements of our members to joining the Friends of…
On the 27th of March 2021 millions of people in more than 180 countries and territories will come together to take action for people and nature and swtich off for Earth Hour. Once again SCOUTS South Africa has partnered with WWF SA in promoting action on Earth Hour’. As Scouts we strive to create a…