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A Safe Place...

In 2020 we acquired a 1065-acre mountain property situated an hour’s drive from Manzini, the most populated city and half an hour’s distance from Nhlangano in the Shiselweni region of Eswatini. In this breathtakingly beautiful natural environment, a sanctuary with safe homes for up to 250 orphans is envisioned.

Lentsaba Children's Village

The Children’s Village is designed according to a master plan developed by Andrews University’s School of Architecture under the leadership of Carey Carscallen who is overseeing development of the built environment which will include schooling, healthcare, and facilities to contribute to healthy growth and development. The first two homes each accommodate eight children in two spacious bedrooms. The homes also feature a care giver’s room, commons area and kitchenettes. A porch provides inviting views of the surrounding hills. A multi-purpose building provides space for dining, social gathering and a pre-school.

At Lentsaba, our vision is clear: to establish a haven of hope, safety, and growth for vulnerable children. We are building not just safe housing, but a nurturing environment where children can access quality education, engage in sustainable agriculture, receive essential healthcare and benefit from infrastructure designed to cater to their diverse needs. Lentsaba provides the first trauma informed wholistic service program in Eswatini. The children come to us broken and traumatized, and every effort is exerted to ensure that they experience a full recovery. Expert training is on going for care givers, administration and staff.

Lentsaba is more than a place; it is a promise. A promise to the children of today that their futures will be filled with opportunity hope, and the unwavering support of a caring community. It is a commitment to fostering a generation of young individuals who will not just survive but thrive, and who will, in turn, become contributing members of their community and their country.

"Creating a Hope-Filled Future for Vulnerable Children in Eswatini."

Sabelo and Thabelo Mamba
Pictured above: Sabelo Seneliso Austin Mamba (left) and his wife Thabelo Mamba (right)

Administrator & Counselor

Sabelo Seneliso Austin Mamba serves as Administrator of Lentsaba Children’s Village. As a child, he grew up from, humble beginnings in the nearby Hlatikulu community and is knowledgeable about the region and the challenges faced by vulnerable children, many of which head households. He holds a Bachelor’s degrees in Theology from Helderberg University, SA and has done Masters level study in Chaplaincy at Adventist University of Africa. His work as Ministerial Secretary of Eswatini SDA Conference involved community development as well as mentorship and leadership of pastors. His dual interest in serving at risk populations and agriculture has made him a compassionate, hands on leader at Lentsaba Children’s Village where he has oversight of the Children’s Services Programs as well as the Agriculture component. He is father of three children and husband of Thabelo Mamba who serves as a Psychological Counselor at the Children’s Village.

Thabelo Charity Mamba is a Licensed Psychological Counsellor with the Eswatini Medical and Dental Counsel, currently leading out in Children’s Services ,providing counseling and therapeutic services for the residents of the children’s homes at Lentsaba. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree at Helderberg College, Cape Town and her Honors Degree in Applied Psychology at University of South Africa. Prior to joining the team at Lentsaba Children’s Village, she served as a consultant with World Vision Eswatini, under a contract with Muna Health Life. As Child Services coordinator, she focuses most of her attention on providing therapy for sixteen children and training for the Caregivers. Thabelo Mamba is mother of three children and wife of Sabelo Mamba.

Sustainability model

  • Agriculture

    Lentsaba has 250 arable acres and its subtropical climate affords opportounites a for a range of crops including a macademia orchard and apiary to provide the bulk of food needed on the property. Sustainable techniques will be employed to yield the freshest and most nutriious food.

  • Enterprise

    The farm provides food for the residents as well as opportunity for agricultural skills training. Crops from the farm will also be sold to help sustain the program.

  • Education

    Providing children with quality education, practical life skills, and opportunities that prepare them to become confident, capable leaders.

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How you can help

Every act of giving, no matter how small, has the power to profoundly impact the life of a child in need. Your generosity can provide nourishment, clothing, and educational opportunities that offer immediate relief and long-term benefits to children who lack food and access to clean water. 

At SOHO, we ensure that every monetary donation is allocated to areas of utmost need, maximizing the positive impact of your contribution.