It’s the small things that bring you further in life
Written by Paul Polta What impact does Scouting have on the lives of children taking part in our programmes in school? Kwakho Mtgi is a 12 year old Scout in…
Category Archives: Impact of Scouting
Scouts help with Mpolweni community disaster
Written by Mark Francis Who has ever stuck their arm out a car window travelling at 120 km/hr? If you have, imagine that force on your arm, being doubled plus…
I made the right decision!
No matter where children hail from, they all have the right to dream, to be educated and to prosper. As we celebrate the UN Universal Children’s Rights Day we chat…
All I want is to be respectable!
Today we celebrate World Children’s Day. SCOUTS South Africa strives to better the lives of children by providing programmes that aid in their development and in the achievement of their…
Becoming a Scout was a turning point in my life!
It’s a beautiful sunny afternoon and we are welcomed by sounds of joy and excitement as the Cubs and Scouts at Thembani Primary School in Langa get ready for their…
SiS volunteers share USA experience with Minister Marais
Fourteen young Scout leaders received the opportunity to work at various summer camps in the USA earlier this year through Awesome Travels and the student exchange programme CIEE. Last week…
I have power and potential, I can be independent!
Written by Njabulo Thulani Ngcobo Njabulo Thulani Ngcobo (17) was one of four Scouts who attended the World Scout Jamboree in America thanks to the generous financial support from the…
The pride in the young Scout’s eyes is indescribable
Adrienne van der Watt has a heart for children and a passion for Scouting. She is currently our Chair: National Scout Programme. She grew up in Uitenhage, a small town…
I learnt never to judge a book by its cover
Grade 10 learner Khayalakitsi “Khaya” Mabuza (16) from the 1st Emtfonjeni Scout Group in Mpumalanga was one of the Scouts who received financial support from the World Scout Solidarity Fund, Scout Groups, parents…
Because of Cubs I understand my maths!
Today we celebrate the UN International Day of Girls. Ten year old Axole Majodina attends Silukhanyo Primary School and lives in the disadvantaged community of Zola in Strand with her…