Namibia:Centenary of Scouting in Namibia

A Souvenir Sheet containing one stamp was issued by NamPost to commemorate the Centenary of the Souts Movement in Namibia.

A Commemorative First Day Cover (No. 5.22) was issued in Windhoek.

Issue Description
Scouting is a worldwide movement, providing guidance and productive pursuits to the youth. The organisation prioritises outdoor activities, which is ideal in Namibia with its inspiring environment and sunny weather.

Scouting focuses on teaching selfreliance and playing a constructive role as individuals in society. The movement is divided into three branches to accommodate different age groups and their interests – Cubs cater for the youngsters, Scouts for teenagers and Rovers for young adults.

Scouting is a worldwide educational movement of young people that provides guidance and productive pursuits in order to develop character and personal values. The organisation, which has about 2,000 members in Namibia and 60 million members worldwide, emphasises outdoor activities and teaches young people how to become self-reliant and encourages them to play a constructive role in society. According to Chief Scout in Namibia, Jim Kastelic, the Scouts of Namibia hope to increase their membership to 5,000 by the year 2020. One of the ways in which they hope to attract more members is by introducing the organisation in schools. In fact, they will soon embark on a pilot programme in this regard in the Kunene Region. Scouting in Namibia is divided into three branches to accommodate different age groups and their interests. Cubs cater to youngsters; Scouts for teenagers and Rovers for young adults. The organisation also encourages adult volunteers, who they say play a critical role in the movement as unit leaders and executives.