The ACARA Lesotho Build Project, founded by two Irish women, was established to build and facilitate the construction of Safe Houses, Schools and Medical Posts in Lesotho, Southern Africa. 

In October 2008 the first ever Safe House in the country of Lesotho was built by 60 Irish Volunteers in just 14 days.

The ACARA House is a “Safe House” for vulnerable children who have been orphaned, in many cases through HIV / Aids. This facility enables the children to attend local schools, learn life skills, help them integrate within their community and lead a normal life like every child deserves. 

The ACARA House is committed to helping the children build their self esteem and prepare them for life while in a safe environment.

The Key Hole Garden plays a vital component to the ACARA Safe House facility as many children are currently benefiting from the vegetables and constantly planting more.  It was designed for use in African countries, especially Lesotho, where drought and flash rainstorms make the growing of vegetables very difficult. It’s a design that is easy for them to maintain and sustain which is very important in countries such as Lesotho.

If you are interested in getting involved please contact the ACARA Office:

Phone Today: 01 4784505

Email: info@acara.ie       Web: www.acara.ie/lesotho