1st Isago Rover Crew

Having fun at the 2nd Africa Rover Moot😅⚜️
Rebaone Mothelesi

One of our own!🥳⚜️

Voice #19 of 70 — meet Lesego Ramothwala.

From Kimberley, Northern Cape, Lesego achieved his Gold Award in 2023. Today, he continues to serve as an adult volunteer and a member of SCOUTS South Africa, proving that the Award is about much more than reaching Gold, it's about the person you become along the way.

One of the lessons he'll carry with him is this:

"When you embrace responsibility, you discover strengths and potential you never knew you had — especially when one leads with intention."

Thank you, Lesego, for sharing your journey with us and for continuing to make a difference.

Congratulations once again Jane!🥳🥳

It was indeed a pleasure🙏🏽 😁

***COMMUNITY SERVICE***

We were honoured to participate at the Hutshe Segolodi Community Bookclub's fun day activity hosted by -Mtabani AfrikanQueen Arts Production, a local community arts centre this past weekend.

We assisted with face painting, played games😅and offered skills bases on First Aid and Safety.

We would like to thank the organisers and the team of facilitators for the invite and hoping to further spread the spirit of scouting throughout our neighbourhood!😃

SA Rovers, your international adventure starts here! 🌍💜

The 2nd Africa Scout Moot is coming to South Africa 🇿🇦 from 1–8 August 2026 at Arrowe Park, Benoni, bringing together over 2500 Rovers from across Africa and beyond! This is your opportunity to join the SA Contingent to the Moot!

Think epic outdoor adventures, skills workshops, service projects, and inspiring cultural exchange, all in true Mzansi Rover spirit. And the best part? No international flights or visas needed for SA Rovers!

📍 Whether you join as a participant (18–25) or as part of the International Service Team (26+), this is your chance to:

👉 Grow as a Rover
👉 Connect with Rovers from around the world
👉 Represent your Crew and country with pride

Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime experience! 🌍⚜

🗓 Get all the details and register here: https://www.scouts.org.za/2026/03/22/sa-rovers-join-an-international-moot-on-home-soil/
Registrations close: 30 April 2026.

Phezulu Nangaphezulu!
South African Rovers

***BP AWARD RECIPIENT***

WARMEST CONGRATULATIONS TO LESEGO RAMOTHWALA ON EARNING HIS BP AWARD🎊🥳..

Recently, we had the privilege of celebrating Lesego Ramothwala Jr.'s journey to achieving this milestone, marking the crew's first BP Award since its establishment and the second in the NC Region.

The BP Award represents the pinnacle of scouting achievement for a Rover in South Africa, fostering holistic development - physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and spiritual - in line with scouting's aim to nurture well-rounded individuals, to reaching their full potential. This esteemed award challenges participants and stands as a testament to one's endurance and commitment to their scouting career.

Lesego co-founded 1st Isago Rover Crew in 2017 along with 3 other rovers including the region's first BP award recipient, Thozamile Kula(whom subsequently established another crew in 2018), - serving in various capacities in the unit, including Crew Scribe, Vice-Crew Chair, and Chairperson. His leadership and mentorship have been instrumental in the crew's growth and success, including achieving a Silver, several Gold Star Awards and contributing to the movement by assisting in running district and regional events during the years.
Lesego has also served on adult scouting roles including PS, APS, Regional Young Leaders' Representative and has been a driving force in his community as an arts practitioner and facilitator at a local community arts centre assisting in tutoring, life skills, reading and creative writing at the Hutshe Segolodi Community Bookclub in Galeshewe township, Kimberley.

After eight years of dedication to 1st Isago Rover Crew, Lesego concludes this chapter with a sense of joy and fulfillment, ready to continue serving his community and the movement. The BP Award process empowers individuals to set high standards, plan meticulously, and strive for excellence, embodying the Rover Motto of 'Service'.

Lesego's achievements include:
• Several awards earned as a youth, such as the LW, Explorer Badge, Cub Instructor award, and the Bushman's Thong.
• Eight Rover awards, culminating to the Rover Cord and numerous other challenge awards including The President's Award for Youth Empowerment(Gold), PLTU staff, Dialogue For Peace.
• Currently serving as RTC: Cub Programme in the Northern Cape Region.

**SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY**

This past Saturday, the crew paid a visit to the Kimberley SPCA / DBV for Kagisho's squireship project.
The experience was both informative and exhilarating, as we were afforded the opportunity to volunteer for several hours at the dog and cat section of the institution. It was heartening to have contributed to the care of the animals, and we gained valuable insight into the love and affection they require. We extend our sincere gratitude to the administration and team of inspectors and caregivers for their guidance and enlightenment on the role we can play in promoting animal welfare.

Kagisho was later invested as a rover of our crew, and we wish her all the best in her journey ahead.