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SLA and Umdoni Training
SLAMDONI is a one year program which is a combination of Students from Swaziland Leadership Academy ( SLA) and Umdoni students. Thus we have the name SLAMDONI. This program focuses on training and equiping young leaders to be fully rooted in Christ and have a clear understanding of how they can apply the Biblical principles of living in their own lives as individuals. This then enables them to impact their own families which then impacts communities through the word of God.Our key scripture is taken from Jeremiah 17:8 For he shall be as a tree planted by the waters, and that spreadeth out her roots by the river, and shall not see when heat cometh, but her leaf shall be green; and shall not be careful in the year of drought, neither shall cease from yielding fruit."
Meet Our Year 1 SLA and Umdoni Students
Sandile Dlamini
SLA Student Y1
"I have come to Umdoni to train to become the Shepard of Ludlati CarePoint. I wish to go preach about the word of God, as well shaping my future by becoming better than before."
Alex Dlamini
SLA Student Y1
Preferred Name:Alex
Date Of Birth: 1 July 2004
Community: Enhlanhleni
Hobbies: Sports
Dream: Mateorologist
Program: SLA
"“Growing up without my mother’s presence and support wasn’t easy. But I am glad to God that I learned that live is hard at a young age. I’m also glad for the support of my parents since being at Umdoni. I am determined to work hard and succeed here. I believe it is God’s purpose for me to be here."
Bandzile Nkhambule
Umdoni Student Y1
“Going back home after this training, I want to change the environment by sharing the skills I got here. I want everyone in my community by teaching them how to care for their lives.”
Nkosikhona Mabuyakhulu
SLA Student Y1
“At home I only have my mother and 7 siblings. I lost my little brother in 2020, as well as my Father in 2021. That left me heartbroken and shocked. But by God’s grace, I have been led to Umdoni.”
Mancoba Maphunta
SLA Student Y1
“I come from an extended family which consists of my mother, father, and other relatives. I am under the Timbutini CarePoint, and I started attending the CarePoint when I was 9 years old.”
Mthokozisi Shongwe
SLA Student Y1
“Attending the CarePoint helped me so much because the burden our grandmother had was reduced because we got breakfast and lunch, and sometimes we were even given clothes to wear and school fees paid. After being a part of a bad group of boys, I came to the realization that I needed to turn my life around. Through wanting that change, I was given the opportunity to attend the Servant Leadership Academy. Coming to Umdoni has changed my life.”
Sandile Khoza
Umdoni Student Y1
“I failed school in 2016 due to shortage of school fees. This was also a year which I received Christ and my life really changed started experiencing God performing miracles in my life. In 2017 I got a scholarship from a church member who helped me until I completed school.”
Bongiswa Ndzinisa
Umdoni Student Y1
"I was raised by my grandmother after losing both of my parents at the age of 7.After finishing school,I went for an opportunity at Umdoni for leadership training. It has been fun to be at the farm and meet new people.I want to complete this training so that I can be a good leader after achieving all of the leadership skills."
Mthokzisi Maseko
SLA Student Y1
"I was chosen by my CarePoint to come to Umdoni. I have the dream of becoming an electrician, so I have to work hard to achieve it. I want to start working on myself here at Umdoni."
Tengetile Dlamini
Umdoni Student Y1
“I thank God that I was able to finish school which was my first goal that I have been able to achieve in my life.i then got an application form at Umdoni,and after the interview , I was so happy to find out that I was accepted. Then my life started changing,and now am here!”
Ntombifuthi Mkhatjwa
SLA Student Y1
“Through God's Grace I was able to attend school until I completed high school.I have always had the dream of becoming a nurse. I believe I can pursue that degree,and I know my time at Umdoni will prepare me for that. ”
Silindile Nkambule
SLA Student Y1
“I was selected ny my community to come here to Umdoni. Because of my leadership and love for children,I was excited to come here and learn more about leading my commmunity.”
Senzeni Zwane
Umdoni Student Y1
“My dreams of being at Umdoni are to improve Leadership skilss and learn more about business as I have more intrest in starting my businesses. Also,I want to rebuild my character as I will be someone who will spread the word of God through singing to People.”
Dumsile Myeni
SLA Student Y1
“The family I'm from is a child headed household.When I growing up,I was staying with my grandmother and five siblings. When my grandmother died, our lives completly changed, as we had to look after ourselves.But with God's grace we conquered it all.”
Kwanele Lukhele
SLA Student Y1
“I came to Umdoni to become a good leader. I am already seeing myself grow, as i am able to do things that i was not able to do before. I know this experience will help me when I go back to my community.”
Phathizwe Tsabedze
SLA Student Y1
“As an SLA student,I am aiming to achieve my goal of having good leadership skills. I want to take back my community so that it may people spiritually and physical.”
Lungelo Matsenjwa
SLA Student Y1
“I really enjoyed being here at Umdoni! I have learned a lot and I am looking forward to getting more knowledge. I have grown spiritually, and I gained qualities of a good leader.I am motivated and equipped each and everyday.I am ready to encourage others I also thank our leaders in advance for the priviledge they gave to us to be part of such a good thing like this one. I am ready to pursue peace and harmony in my community!”
Happiness Gamedze
SLA Student Y1
“I got to Umdoni through the elders of my community who selected me.They know who I am and believed in me. I want to teach others the word of God,and I believe that is why I am here.”
Community Development Partnerships
We provide business-friendly partnerships and investment opportunities that support the strategic elements of our mission with professional skills sharing and finances. These partnerships contribute to our vision by engaging in health and wellness programs, staff development, community sustainability projects, and eco-conscious development.