SPDO Newsletters

Stories, Insights and resources from across our work and communities.

Quarterly Newsletters

The SPDO Quarterly Newsletter shares stories, highlights and reflections from the Salesian mission across South Africa, Lesotho and Eswatini. Each edition offers a glimpse into the work of SPDO and our partners, showcasing how opportunities in education, skills development, youth empowerment and care for our common home are creating meaningful change in the lives of young people and their communities.

Through these stories, we celebrate progress, share the voices of young people and recognise the partners who make this work possible.

The Solar Technology Training Programme graduate ceremony held in Eswatini, May 2026.

Issue 1: Stories from the Mission

This Inaugural issue highlights the impact of SPDO’s work through the Solar Technology Training Programme and Eco-Ubuntu environmental initiatives. From young people gaining renewable energy skills and entering employment to communities taking action for our common home, discover how education, opportunity and partnership are helping young people build brighter futures.

A collective effort from the Salesian community as SPDO AFM, Youth Ministry AFM, Manzini Youth Care and Urban Organics showcase hydroponics at the 2026 Eswatini International Trade Fair.

Issue 2: Growing Possibility

This issue highlights SPDO’s work with young people through the Eswatini International Trade Fair and the Eco-Ubuntu Green Youth Camp. From sustainable agriculture and environmental education to youth formation and leadership, discover how opportunities to learn, participate and grow can help young people shape a hopeful future.