Sanjamb 2021 in KZN!
Message from Chief Commissioner Gary Pienaar The South African National Jamboree “SANJAMB” is a local event which is intended to take place every four years. It provides Scouts with the…
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Welcome to Mahikeng!
Today we conclude our #HikeToMahikeng. Chief Commissioner Gary Pienaar and North West Regional Commissioner Thabiso Majola welcome you all to the town where the seed of Scouting was planted. Welcome…
Scout Taotitian walks the distance for his Troop
1st Margate Scout Taotitian Sinclair was determined to succeed for his Troop. He visualised completing the full 1290 kilometres of the #HikeToMahikeng Challenge and his resolution to succeed paid off!…
#HikeToMahikeng badge & commemorative certificate
Hiked your 20km or more? Congratulations for hiking 20km or more (10km for Meerkats)! You have earned your #HikeToMahikeng badge. Badges are available at the Gauteng, KZN and Western Cape…
Phased resumption of “traditional” Scouting activities
Dear members, With the ongoing relaxation of the lockdown regulations and some vagaries therein, we have received questions and pressure for a phased resumption of “normal/traditional” outdoor Scouting activities. The…
Let’s share some hope on Mandela Day!
The 18th of July marks the day on which we give back to others in honour of Madiba. Nelson Mandela was a wise leader, a humanitarian and the Patron of…
Let’s share “Jars of Hope” for Mandela Day!
Every year Scouts around the country honour our late Patron Nelson Mandela by giving at least 67 minutes of their time for Mandela Day, on the 18th of July. This…
How far has your Group hiked? #HikeToMahikeng
On our journey from Cape Town to Mahikeng we pass a number of towns. Find out here which places your Group has hiked through #HikeToMahikeng Start in Cape Town Cape…
A word of hope on Youth Day
Message from Lawrence Stanton, Chair: Young Leaders Representative Today – 16 June – marks Youth Day! You can be forgiven for not noticing though as this would have normally been…
Are you #HikeToMahikeng?
Find more information and where to order your badges here! With thanks to Josie Siebrits