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Strengthen Business Ecosystem Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Business Environment and Technical Assistance (BETA) Project - Strengthen Business Ecosystem Activity; This Financial Ecosystem Strengthening Activity will increase financing options for MSMEs and large firms by structuring financing vehicles that address access to credit issues for firms across the size spectrum, especially women and youth owned firms, and building the capacity of financial sector actors to develop and deliver innovative financial products.

To achieve this goal, the Activity will fund:
(A) technical experts or consultants to (1) design and launch financing vehicles that mobilize financing for MSME firms across the size spectrum, which may include an SME working and growth capital fund potentially anchored by the Lesotho Pension Fund, (2) provide technical assistance and grants to financial institutions to develop and pilot appropriate gender- smart financial products for micro enterprises, (3) create an innovative crowdfunding model that leverages women's savings groups to promote formalization and increase opportunities to leverage finance for MSMEs, (4) create a financing vehicle designed to provide equity capital to growth stage businesses not yet ready for commercial equity funding, and (5) assist larger firms in accessing financing from existing impact funds outside of Lesotho. The Activity may also fund the costs of a credit guarantee to incentivize domestic investment in the SME working and growth capital fund;

(B) technical assistance to the Central Bank of Lesotho, other Government entities, and other public or private organizations engaged in the financial and business sector to strengthen the institutional, legal, and regulatory framework for SME financing in Lesotho and promote gender lens investing;

(C) technical assistance to key Government financial regulatory agencies and public and private financial institutions to (1) increase deliberate financial programming and products for women and youth, (2) organize financial sector convenings on gender lens investing, and (3) address specific barriers and challenges unique to women and youth owned businesses;

(D) capacity building for women's savings groups, to promote formalization, increase market opportunity to members, leverage finance and provide a catchment platform for target beneficiaries of the BETA Project; and

(E) data collection, impact measurement, and support for studying and measuring the effectiveness of specific interventions of the BETA Project at the firm level as well as the overall efficacy of the BETA Project and disseminating the results of such studies.
Program Development Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Program Development project: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance to support the MCA's compact design process across multiple sectors.
Lesotho-Compact Development Funding Lesotho: Compact Development Funding (CDF) is used pre-compact for key project preparation work such as the feasibility and environmental impact studies, engineering designs, baseline surveys, financial management and procurement technical assistance, and other specialized analysis to help MCC determine the final suitability and scope of investments, costs, implementation risks, and mitigation measures.
Private Sector Capacity Building Lesotho - Capacity Building - Private Sector Capacity Building activity: Compact Development Funding (CDF) is used pre-compact for key project preparation work such as the feasibility and environmental impact studies, engineering designs, baseline surveys, financial management and procurement technical assistance, and other specialized analysis to help MCC determine the final suitability and scope of investments, costs, implementation risks, and mitigation measures.
Monitoring and Evaluation Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Monitoring and Evaluation project: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance and/or collect data to support the design and implementation of the MCA's M&E and Economic Analysis frameworks, through compact implementation and evaluation stages.
Program Administration An Accountable Entity's, the Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact, administrative costs, which include staff salaries; Accountable Entity facilities; IT software, hardware and support; fiscal and procurement agent costs; audit costs; and general overhead costs.
Environmental Assessments Lesotho - Environmental Assessments project: In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to develop and oversee the implementation of an Environmental and Social Assessment.
Human Capital Project Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Human Capital Project: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance to support MCC's assessment and oversight of the MCA's human capital project sector project to ensure country-led designs and subsequent implementation were consistent with MCC guidance.
Not Applicable Lesotho - Gender Integration Project - Non-allocated Funds activity: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance to support MCC's assessment of the MCA's projects for social impact, documented in the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment, and oversee the social impact risks throughout implementation.
HEALTH SECTOR PROJECT Lesotho - HEALTH SECTOR PROJECT: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance to support MCC's assessment and oversight of the MCA's health sector project to ensure country-led designs and subsequent implementation were consistent with MCC guidance.
Not Applicable Pending subsequent report; Non-allocated funds requested by the MCA Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact which have yet to be reallocated to a project/activity by the MCA on their financial reports.
Lesotho II-Due Diligence Fund Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete.
Financial Sector Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Financial Sector project: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance to support MCC's assessment and oversight of the MCA's financial project to ensure country-led designs and subsequent implementation were consistent with MCC guidance.
Not Applicable Lesotho - Monitoring and Evaluation - Non-allocated Funds activity: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance and/or collect data to support the design and implementation of the MCA's M&E and Economic Analysis frameworks, through compact implementation and evaluation stages.
Not Applicable Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Agriculture Project - Non-allocated Funds activity: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance to support MCC's assessment and oversight of the MCA's agriculture projects to ensure country-led designs and subsequent implementation were consistent with MCC guidance.
609g agreement/Compact signed Lesotho - Financial Sector - 609g agreement/Compact signed activity: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance to support MCC's assessment and oversight of the MCA's financial project to ensure country-led designs and subsequent implementation were consistent with MCC guidance.
Monitoring and Evaluation Lesotho - Monitoring and Evaluation project: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance and/or collect data to support the design and implementation of the MCA's M&E and Economic Analysis frameworks, through compact implementation and evaluation stages.
National Health Training College Dormitory Activity Lesotho - HEALTH SECTOR PROJECT - National Health Training College Dormitory Activity: This Program activity will support efforts to increase the number of graduates from nursing and allied health (for example, pharmacy and lab technicians) programs by developing additional dormitories and staff residences at Lesotho's National Health Training College ("NHTC"). Other inputs, discussed in the Health Systems Strengthening Activity section below, will strengthen tutor and mentoring capacities. MCC Funding will support the following: (i) the design and construction of 120 dormitory spaces and 6 apartment residences at the NHTC; (ii) preparation of environmental "Project Briefs"; (iii) implementation of environmental and social mitigation measures; and (iv) furniture, appliances, and furnishings for these new dormitories and staff residences.
MONITORING AND EVALUATION Lesotho - Monitoring and Evaluation - MONITORING AND EVALUATION activity: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance and/or collect data to support the design and implementation of the MCA's M&E and Economic Analysis frameworks, through compact implementation and evaluation stages.
Procurement And Administration Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Procurement And Administration project: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance to support MCC's assessment and oversight of the MCA's procurement agent and its procurement procedures.
Not Applicable Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Gender Integration Project - Non-allocated Funds activity: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance to support MCC's assessment of the MCA's projects for social impact, documented in the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment, and oversee the social impact risks throughout implementation.
WASA Project Implementation Unit Activity Lesotho - Water Sector Project - WASA Project Implementation Unit Activity: The activity will support the establishment of a small, dedicated project implementation unit for the activity (the "WASA PIU") within the Lesotho Water and Sewerage Authority ("WASA").
Gender Mainstreaming in Compact Lesotho - Gender Mainstreaming - Gender Mainstreaming in Compact activity: Compact Development Funding (CDF) is used pre-compact for key project preparation work such as the feasibility and environmental impact studies, engineering designs, baseline surveys, financial management and procurement technical assistance, and other specialized analysis to help MCC determine the final suitability and scope of investments, costs, implementation risks, and mitigation measures.
MONITORING AND EVALUATION The Accountable Entity's, the Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) Lesotho, monitoring and evaluation costs, which include monitoring, reporting and dissemination, GIS, data collection and data quality reviews.
609g agreement/Entry into Force Lesotho - HEALTH SECTOR PROJECT - 609g agreement/Entry into Force activity: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance to support MCC's assessment and oversight of the MCA's health sector project to ensure country-led designs and subsequent implementation were consistent with MCC guidance.
Land Administration System Improvement Lesotho - Land Administration System Improvement project: Compact Development Funding (CDF) is used pre-compact for key project preparation work such as the feasibility and environmental impact studies, engineering designs, baseline surveys, financial management and procurement technical assistance, and other specialized analysis to help MCC determine the final suitability and scope of investments, costs, implementation risks, and mitigation measures.
Not Applicable Lesotho - Program Development - Non-allocated Funds activity: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance to support the MCA's compact design process across multiple sectors.
Procurement And Administration Lesotho - Procurement And Administration project: Compact Development Funding (CDF) is used pre-compact for key project preparation work such as the feasibility and environmental impact studies, engineering designs, baseline surveys, financial management and procurement technical assistance, and other specialized analysis to help MCC determine the final suitability and scope of investments, costs, implementation risks, and mitigation measures.
Environmental/Social Oversight Consultants Lesotho - Program Administration and Control - Environmental/Social Oversight Consultants activity: this activity will be implemented in accordance with MCC Environmental Guidelines, the MCC Gender Policy, and the MCC Resettlement Guidance, which will ensure that any necessary mitigation measures will be taken with respect to the issues identified in the environmental impact assessments and environmental management plans.
AUDIT Lesotho - AUDIT Project: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete.
MONITORING AND EVALUATION The Accountable Entity's, the Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact, monitoring and evaluation costs, which include monitoring, reporting and dissemination, GIS, data collection and data quality reviews.
Not Applicable Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Program Development - Non-allocated Funds activity: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance to support the MCA's compact design process across multiple sectors.
Not Applicable Lesotho - Agriculture Project - Non-allocated Funds activity: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance to support MCC's assessment and oversight of the MCA's agriculture projects to ensure country-led designs and subsequent implementation were consistent with MCC guidance.
Not Applicable Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Corporate Function Project - Non-allocated Funds Activity: Services provided for external events hosted by MCC and our partner countries.
Audit An Accountable Entity's, the Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) Lesotho, costs for its financial audits, which are conducted by a third party.
MONITORING AND EVALUATION Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Monitoring and Evaluation - MONITORING AND EVALUATION activity: Due Diligence funding is used to obtain sufficient information to evaluate, assess and appraise projects during program development, effectively oversee and monitor program implementation, conduct quality assurance, and then evaluate the results of the project once complete. In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to hire external technical assistance and/or collect data to support the design and implementation of the MCA's M&E and Economic Analysis frameworks, through compact implementation and evaluation stages.
Wetlands Restoration and Conservation Activity Lesotho - Water Sector Project - Wetlands Restoration and Conservation Activity: The wetlands restoration and conservation activity will help Lesotho address widespread overgrazing and degradation of alpine wetlands. Using MCC Funding, a pilot-scale project will be implemented to design and apply restoration measures and examine alternative land management prescriptions at three target study areas, including wetlands at Khalong-la-Lithunya (Oxbow area), Kotisephola (Sani Pass area), and Leta-eng-la-Letsie (an internationally protected Ramsar site near Quithing). In conjunction with the pilot studies, a broad-based assessment of Lesotho's wetlands will be undertaken to characterize the environmental, social, and economic implications of current management practices and to identify potential economic opportunities beyond herding. MCC Funding will support the following tasks: (i) establishment of a project implementation unit within the Lesotho Department of Water Affairs; (ii) environmental and social baseline data collection and monitoring at each of the three target wetland areas; (iii) restoration of degraded wetlands and assessment of alternative long-term management prescriptions at each of the three target wetland areas; and (iv) preparation of a strategic environmental and socio-economic assessment ("SEA") of Lesotho's wetlands that will, as part of its primary objectives, provide a basis for establishing a national watershed management and wetlands conservation program.
Land Administration Reform Activity Lesotho - Private Sector Development Project - Land Administration Reform Activity: Under this Project activity, MCC Funding will support technical assistance to the Government to revise land reform legislation currently in draft form and to develop its land policy, thereby promoting the use of land as an economic asset. Gender analysis will ensure that revisions to the draft Land Bill are congruent with the Legal Capacity of Married Persons Act and other gender equality reforms and principles. MCC Funding will permit the Government to obtain technical assistance to draft laws and related implementing regulations as needed to realize land policy reforms. Finally, MCC Funding will support the education and training of land administration officials, community councils and the public on land administration issues and the formalization of rights to land. Systematic Regularization of Land in Urban Areas and Improvement of Rural Land Allocation Processes:  This Project activity will fund the systematic regularization and upgrading of informal settlements in urban and peri-urban areas, beginning in Maseru and extending to other cities and towns to the extent MCC Funding is available. MCC Funding will also assist community councils to improve their records of rural land allocations and to support the Government's efforts to train community councils and traditional authorities on the land allocation process. MCC Funding will also support the Government's (and other donors) ongoing efforts to train community councils and traditional authorities on their roles in land allocation and land management. Modernization and Improvement of Land Administration Services This Project activity will fund the simplification of land administration procedures and the development of a new land administration authority (LAA). MCC Funding will support the establishment of the technical platform for operation of the LAA, support hiring and training of managerial and technical staff, and provide material resources for initial the operation of the LAA. Public Outreach and Training: This Project activity will fund public outreach and awareness activities in support of all of the land administration reform activities. MCC Funding will support training of land administration staff, community councils and traditional authorities as needed to implement land administration reform in Lesotho.