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Corporate Function Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Corporate Function Project: Services provided for external events hosted by MCC and our partner countries.
FINANCIAL SERVICES ACTIVITY Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Business Environment and Technical Assistance (BETA) Project - Financial Services Activity; The Business Ecosystem Strengthening Activity aims to increase private sector participation in public policy decision-making, thereby improving delivery of critical services for strengthening the business environments. To achieve this goal, the Activity will develop a Public-Private Dialogue (PPD) mechanism or platform for coordinating constructive dialogue between government and private sector actors to identify and address critical barriers to business formation and growth.

Specifically, the Activity will support: (a) developing an agreed PPD framework with the key private sector entities that will establish the rules of engagement for collaboration between the Government and private sector in setting agendas for government action necessary to improve the business environment; (b) establishing a PPD coordinating unit within the Lesotho Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) to provide secretariat services for the dialogue and create and manage technical working groups (TWGs) to serve as a formal channel for private sector actors to determine areas of common interest and share their suggestions and recommendations with the Government; and (c) technical assistance to the TWG to help them identify and implement business environment and policy reforms that improve the investment climate in Lesotho and are prioritized through the PPD (e.g., a standards and certification regime).

The PPD mechanism also will (a) advance policies that remove barriers to women and youth owned MSME growth and (b) build capacity of supporting business and horticulture associations. The PPD Secretariat will include a gender and inclusion position as key personnel and a TWG focused on gender and inclusion will be established. In addition, the TWG will receive technical assistance to examine business enabling environment issues that are raised by members and implement solutions, work to embed a gender lens in investment priorities, and promote industry-wide adoption of practices that promote inclusion.
Not Applicable Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Country Assessments - 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, as well as provide external assistance to implementation oversight.
Wetlands Restoration and Conservation Activity Lesotho - Water Sector Project - Wetlands Restoration and Conservation 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.
Infrastructure Project Lesotho - Infrastructure 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 infrastructure project to ensure country-led designs and subsequent implementation were consistent with MCC guidance.
Not Applicable Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Monitoring and Evaluation 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 and/or collect data to support the design and implementation of the MCA's M&E and Economic Analysis frameworks, through program implementation and evaluation stages.
609g agreement/Compact signed Lesotho - Environmental Assessments - 609g agreement/Compact signed activity: In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to develop and oversee the implementation of an Environmental and Social Assessment.
Program Administration and Control The Accountable Entity's, the Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact, project administrative costs, which include staff salaries, financial audits, and fiscal and procurement agent fees.
609g agreement/Compact signed Lesotho - HEALTH SECTOR PROJECT - 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 health sector project to ensure country-led designs and subsequent implementation were consistent with MCC guidance.
Not Applicable Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Land Management For Investment Projects - 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.
Program Administration and Control The Accountable Entity's, the Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) Lesotho, administrative costs, which include staff salaries, financial audits, and fiscal and procurement agent fees.
Not Applicable Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - M&E - Economic Analysis - 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 Economic Analysis frameworks , through compact implementation and evaluation stages.
Central Lab Infrastructure Activity Lesotho - HEALTH SECTOR PROJECT - Central Lab Infrastructure Activity: The central laboratory to be constructed with MCC Funding is critical to the national HIV/AIDS prevention, ART and TB programs. In-country and short-term external training for laboratory staff also will be supported through this Project activity. MCC Funding will support the following: (i) design and construction of the new central laboratory; (ii) equipping of the new central laboratory; (iii) preparation of environmental "Project Briefs"; (iv) implementation of environmental and social mitigation measures; and (v) training for new equipment, service expansion and quality assurance associated with the new central laboratory.
Health Project Lesotho - Health 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.
Procurement Management An Accountable Entity's, the Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) Lesotho, costs for its Procurement Agent, who is responsible for overseeing all the procurement processes for the Accountable Entity.
Payment and Settlement Systems Activity Lesotho - Private Sector Development Project - Payment and Settlement Systems Activity: The main objectives of the payment system modernization Project activity are the introduction of automated clearing and alternative payment options that will reduce payment and settlement times and lessen the use of cash and checks. Another objective is to strengthen Lesotho's financial infrastructure and promote further integration of its payment and settlement systems with those of its neighbor, South Africa. One of the primary focuses of this activity is to expand the reach of, and institutional participation in, the payments system by, among other things, adding functionality for telephone and other smart card transactions. Another focus is to include the Post Bank in the payments system, which will greatly expand its reach and will provide benefits to rural populations relatively quickly. MCC funding will support the following: (i) reviewing the legal and regulatory structure governing domestic and crossborder payments; (ii) harmonizing laws regarding cross-border payments and currency controls; (iii) paying for the initial year of the Automated Clearing House (ACH) provider's fee for implementation, consultation, training and contract execution in connection with making multiple payment streams available in Lesotho; (iv) paying for the costs associated with two imaging machines and ancillary hardware, software and training for operations at the Central Bank of Lesotho if the Central Bank of Lesotho and financial institutions agree to a system for delivering checks directly to the Central Bank of Lesotho from all bank branches for imaging and subsequent forwarding to the ACH provider; (v) paying for the costs associated with the distribution of payment options and channels, such as point of sales terminals; and (vi) implementing a public awareness campaign for banks and consumers with respect to this Project activity.
Environmental Assessments Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Environmental Assessments project: In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to develop and oversee the implementation of an Environmental and Social Assessment.
Procurement and Administration Lesotho - Procurement And Administration - Procurement and Administration 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.
Gender Equality in Economic Rights Activity Lesotho - Private Sector Development Project - Gender Equality in Economic Rights Activity: In December 2006, the Government passed into law the Legal Capacity of Married Persons Act which removes the minority status of married women. With assistance from MCC, the Government has already contracted for two related activities: a gender review of laws and policies with recommendations for reform, and the development of a training and public outreach program to realize in practice gender equality in economic rights. The first sub activity is a training program to promulgate the Legal Capacity of Married Persons Act and other reforms aimed at gender equality in the economy. The second sub activity is a public awareness and outreach program designed to develop knowledge, awareness and practices in support of these economic rights.
NACALA EPZ Lesotho - HEALTH SECTOR PROJECT - NACALA EPZ activity: this activity was used in the past for accounting purposes but it is not currently an active activity for the program. It has no funds either committed or disbursed against it and has a sector code of 99810 (sector not specified).
Lesotho II-Compact Development Funding Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact: 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.
Country Assessments Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Country Assessments 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, as well as provide external assistance to implementation oversight.
Civil Legal Reform Activity Lesotho - Private Sector Development Project - Civil Legal Reform Activity: This Project activity is an element of a broader Government program of legal reform and will provide faster, fairer and less expensive resolution of commercial disputes, whether large or small. MCC funding will support the following: (i) the development of the Commercial Court; (ii) the creation of modern case management procedures; (iii) promotion of alternative dispute resolution ('ADR'); and (iv) the development of a simplified and expedited small claims process.
Not Applicable Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Environmental Assessments - Non-allocated Funds activity: In this particular project, due diligence funds were used to develop and oversee the implementation of an Environmental and Social Assessment.
Private Sector Development Project Lesotho - Private Sector Development Project: This project is designed to increase private sector economic activity in Lesotho by improving access to credit, reducing transaction costs, and increasing the participation of women in the formal economy.
Program Administration Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Program Administration and Control - Program Administration 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.
Not Applicable Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Non-allocated Funds - Non-allocated Funds 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.
Water Sector Project Lesotho - Water Sector Project: This project seeks to improve the water supply for industrial and domestic users by providing essential infrastructure, water system upgrades, and watershed management. The project is also designed to enhance rural livelihoods through improved water availability.
Market Driven Irrigated Horticulture Project Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Market Driven Irrigation Horticulture (MDIH) Project; The objective of the Market Driven Irrigated Horticulture Project (the "MDIH Project") to increase rural incomes related to commercial horticulture, including for women, youth, and the rural poor, and establish a sustainable and inclusive model of irrigation, water resource, and land management. The Project plans to achieve this objective by making a catalytic investment in irrigation in partnership with commercial investors, providing local capacity building and technical assistance, and supporting reforms in land, water, and gender with the expectation that these interventions will spur sustainable and inclusive private sector growth and investment in the horticulture sector.
Not Applicable Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Human Capital 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 human capital project sector project to ensure country-led designs and subsequent implementation were consistent with MCC guidance.
Not Applicable Lesotho - Non-allocated Funds - Non-allocated Funds 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.
Not Applicable Lesotho - Education 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 education projects to ensure country-led designs and subsequent implementation were consistent with MCC guidance.
Program Development Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Program Development 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 - Non-allocated Funds 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.
Education Project Lesotho - Education 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 education projects to ensure country-led designs and subsequent implementation were consistent with MCC guidance.
609g agreement/Pre-compact signing Lesotho - Infrastructure Project - 609g agreement/Pre-compact signing 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 infrastructure project to ensure country-led designs and subsequent implementation were consistent with MCC guidance.
Gender Integration Project Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - Gender Integration 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 of the MCA's projects for social impact, documented in the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment, and oversee the social impact risks throughout implementation.
609g agreement/Compact signed Lesotho - Infrastructure Project - 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 infrastructure project to ensure country-led designs and subsequent implementation were consistent with MCC guidance.
MCA Lesotho Lesotho - Program Administration and Control - MCA Lesotho activity: this activity was used in the past for accounting purposes but it is not currently an active activity for the program. It has no funds either committed or disbursed against it.
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 - 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.
Fiscal Management An Accountable Entity's, the Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact, costs for its Fiscal Agent, who is responsible for overseeing the accounting and funds control procedures for the Accountable Entity.
HEALTH SECTOR PROJECT Lesotho Health and Horticulture Compact - 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.