Date: 9th -11th May, 2025
Venue: Girl Guides Training Center, Achimota, Accra.
Participants: Scouts and Guides Leaders
Theme: “Empowering Scouts and Guides Leaders with 21st Century Skills to Equip
Youth in Achieving the MDG 2&3 and SDGs 1–5”
Organised by: Scout and Guide Fellowship - Ghana (SGF-Gh)
Number of Participants: 80
Report Compiled By: Ms Stephanie Birikorang, the Executive Secretary, SGF-Gh

The Scout and Guide Fellowship Ghana (SGF-Gh) has successfully held a three-day Capacity Building Workshop for Scouts and Guides Leaders, under the theme “Empowering Scouts and Guides Leaders with 21st Century Skills to Equip Youth in Achieving the MDG 2&3 and SDGs 1–5.”
The workshop forms part of the Fellowship’s ongoing efforts to address leadership gaps in schools and communities, while equipping leaders with modern tools and knowledge to mentor young people effectively.

Thursday: 8th May, 2025
Some camp coordinators arrived at the venue a day early to finalize preparations ahead of the participants’ arrival the following day.

Day 1 – Friday: Arrival, Registration, and Socialization.

The camp officially opened at 12:00 midday, with the arrival and registration of participants from across the country. Participants were grouped into five patrols – Dog, Cat, Eagle, Lion, and Wolf - to foster teamwork, competition, and shared responsibilities. Workshop materials including branded Lacoste shirts, cups, notebooks, pens, sanitary pads for the ladies, scarves, and bags were distributed through the patrol
leaders. Dormitory allocations followed shortly after, and the day was rounded off with an evening Socialization Night, which allowed participants to bond, interact, and prepare for the days ahead.

Day 2 – Saturday: Workshop Sessions and Campfire Activities.

The day began at 5:30 am with aerobics, followed by patrol meetings and breakfast. The Opening Ceremony and Media Engagements officially launched the workshop, allowing organizers and participants to share the impact of Scouting and Guiding with the public. The Opening Ceremony featured solidarity messages from both the Scout and Girl Guides, with a special recognition of Commissioner Albert Tetteh Botchway, by the Greater Accra Scout representatives for his support and input in Scouting in general. Mr. NeeLante Bruce, a member of SGF-Gh opened the session with a presentation on Artificial Intelligence (AI) – introducing participants to emerging technologies and how AI can enhance problem-solving and leadership.

Representatives from the Ghana Ambulance Service followed with a session on Basic Life Support (BLS) – equipping participants with emergency response skills such as CPR and first aid. Mr. Eugene Oppong, a member of the organizing committee, SGF-Gh presented on Camp Preparation – educating leaders on how to organize, manage, and run safe and efficient outdoor activities. Mr. Sarpong, SGF-Gh delivered a presentation on Self-Reliance – encouraging participants to develop personal independence, resilience, and the ability to adapt in challenging environments. A 30-minute break allowed participants to stretch and interact, after which they engaged in a lively team game, “Crab Catchers,” where patrols raced to transfer objects creatively – fostering teamwork and strategy.
Later, participants collected firewood for the 9:00 pm Campfire Night, which featured drama, pick-and-act, jokes, singing and dancing competitions. Throughout the day, points were awarded or deducted from each patrol's initial 20 chips based on their performance, participation, or misbehavior – promoting discipline and fair play.

Day 3 – Sunday: Reflections, Presentations, and Closing

Sunday began at 6:15 am with aerobics, followed by patrol meetings and personal preparation for the Scouts and Guides Own Service. Rev. NeeLante Bruce delivered a sermon on Peace and Empathy in Leadership – urging leaders to be compassionate, avoid judgment, and use their words to uplift
rather than harm. After breakfast, the final round of presentations began in the conference room:

• Braimah Mahama, a Scout Commissioner presented on Networking through Scouting and Scouting Methods – highlighting how scouts can leverage networks for support and growth, and explaining core Scouting principles.
• Andrew Botchway, President of SGF-Gh, took participants through Civic Responsibilities and SDG 16 – stressing the role of youth in promoting peace, justice, and strong institutions in their communities.
• Abdul Mumin, a scout leader, taught Compass and Map Reading – providing practical navigation skills essential for outdoor leadership and survival. This was followed by an engaging Treasure Hunt activity, allowing patrols to apply their newly acquired map and compass reading skills in a fun and competitive way.

In a special ceremony, Commissioners Dr. Tetteh Botchwey, Eugene Oppong, and Mettle Nunoo were honoured with gifts by members from the Upper West Region, in recognition of their service and mentorship. Participants then played Capture the Flag, a strategic game designed to enhance
teamwork, planning, and communication. The Closing Ceremony provided a platform for patrols to share their experiences. It was addressed by Andrew Botchway, Commissioner Eugene Oppong, and the Chief
Commissioner of the Ghana Girl Guides Association (GGGA). A highlight of the event was the announcement of Dr. Botchwey as the first male Patron of the GGGA, a historic milestone.

Camp Results & Awards

After tallying the points from the three-day activities, Eagle Patrol emerged as the top-performing team with a total of 271 points and was awarded the ultimate prize—a key to a bag containing GHS 5,000.

Upcoming Events
Participants were informed of major upcoming activities:

• Peace Walk – November 2025: A walk from Accra to Ho, forming part of SGF-Gh’s annual Peace Gathering, to promote national unity and non-violence.
• National Scouts Gathering 2025: An international Scouting event to be held soon, fostering cross-border collaboration and learning among scouts. Conclusion The Capacity Building Workshop was a resounding success, providing scouts and guides leaders with practical skills, inspiration, and a renewed sense of purpose. SGF- Gh remains committed to developing responsible, skilled, and community-focused youth leaders through continuous training and empowerment.