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The Africa Scout Day and the International Scout Camp 2018 was officially opened. Scouts from all over Africa and beyond have gathered in Harare, Zimbabwe to mark the Africa Scout Day under the theme "Uniting young people through Scouting." In his...

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A training, dubbed “Safe from Harm” was conducted for all leaders and adults invited to support the participation of young people in the Africa Scout Day International Camp. The trainer, Mr. Jonathan Omondi, Manager Youth Programme reminded trainees...

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It is a cold chilly night in Mashonaland where the rich culture of Africa comes to life when Scouts from over 20 African countries gather around a campfire during the Africa Scout Day International Camp on 10th March 2018 at Ruwa Scout Park. Over 600...

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Addressing the participants of Scout Communications Forum, Ms Mary Waweru, Director Operations - WSB Africa Support Centre reminded participants that the Communications Forum is an opportunity to learn and tell better the story of Scouting. She added...

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During a live interview, the Africa Scout Regional Director, Mr. Frederic T. Kama-Kama espoused deeply on the values of Scouting and what it means to subscribe to them. He continued that Scouting is co-educational and it is for both boys and girls...

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From wherever you are, join us to celebrate the Africa Scout Day. It will be a great day to all of us. Let's reflect and make time to create a better world around us. - Mr Jonathan Omondi's invitation to all. So, how are you celebrating the...

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Edgar encourages Scouts to make a difference in their respective communities as we celebrate the Africa Scout Day from the various platforms available. "Remember Scouting is about thinking globally but acting locally" - Edgar Marumbu, Youth Advisor...

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Seekers of the great outdoor adventure were the 800 Scouts, joined by volunteers and officials of Bangladesh Scouts and Bharat Scouts & Guides (India) as they embarked on a memorable train ride from Mouchak, Bangladesh to Kolkata, India in this Indo...

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In August last year, a fire ripped through one of the poorest districts of Malate in the capital of the Philippines, leaving two residents dead and 150 homes in ruins. People who had very little to begin with, found themselves with nothing at all...

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Our Founder's birthday is an occasion for Scouts everywhere to celebrate. Today, 22 February, we recall our Scouting adventures, meet our Scouting friends, proudly wear our scarves and celebrate the great diversity of our worldwide Movement. Today is...

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We are happy to share with you the January 2018 issue of Kudumail, the Africa Scout Region newsletter. You can read directly online by clicking https://www.scout.org/kudumail65en. In case you missed the previous issue you can access it at https://www...

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As the Messenger of Peace (MoP) initiative goes global, Myanmar Scout, for the first time, organized a training for its members to promote the peace network in local communities and in the long run inspire and engage young people across the country...

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Want to come back and live the dream at KISC? But don't have the time to be Long Term Staff? Want to spend a summer in the Swiss Alps? Then come back as a Snow & Ice Guide. During the busy summer months we need staff to run our Snow and Ice programme...

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She comfortably reclined in her chair and put on a big smile. She seemed to know very well what a positive reaction a big smile can produce in others. What better way to begin an interview than in a cheerful mood. My interviewee has worn many hats...

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Imagine finding yourself in a completely war-torn town, seeing the fulfilment of your most basic needs swiftly diminish, leaving you between a rock and a hard place: staying with no guarantee of survival or risking your life to be on the mercy of...

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