Scouting, unity in diversity
Message from Deputy Chief Scout Khonzaphi Mdaka Dear Cubs, Scouts, Rovers, Scouters and volunteers, As the year comes to a close I find myself reflecting on what Scouting has been…
Category Archives: News
Hugh ‘Buzz’ Macey has gone home
It is with great sadness that we announce that Hugh ‘Buzz’ Macey has gone home. Buzz was a stalwart in Western Cape and National Scouting for over 60 years. Buzz passed away…
“We saw the sun rise from Lions Head”
It was a sunny morning and the Gilray campsite in the Western Cape was a hive of activity. The Western Cape Scouting in Schools (SIS) programme was running a camp…
Have a blessed festive season!
Dear Scouting volunteers, friends and family, Thank you for all your hard work, care and laughter over the past year! You are what makes our Scouting Movement great! May you have…
Andrew Hall gone home
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Andrew Hall. Andrew served on the National SSA team as Chair: National Adult Resources from April 2014 up to May…
HV Marsh Award for Scout Journalism goes digital
The rules governing the annual HV Marsh Award for Scout Journalism have been amended to accommodate the submission of digital newsletters and blogs on Group websites. In the past, most Scout Groups…
“I believe wholeheartedly in Scouting”
Earlier this year Joy Hutchinson took on the role of Chair: National Adult Resources. Joy is well known within South African Scouting circles for her love for Scouting and endless dedication…
2019 marks 100 years of Wood Badge training
Written by: Joy Hutchinson, SSA Chair National Adult Resources Have you seen the new 2019 membership badge? Did you recognize the Wood Badge symbolism? 2019 marks 100 years of Wood Badge training! Since…
Scouting, an alternative to crime and hatred
SCOUTS South Africa is proud of our Scouting family in the Central African Republic (CAR)for making such a difference in their communities.Read Mail and Guardian or listen to Radio 702.…
“Helping others helps your spirit to be free”
Children from Gugulethu don’t often get opportunities to spend a weekend camping outdoors with friends in a safe environment. We met up with the Western Cape Scouting in Schools (SIS)…