October 2015

Closed Compact Report

Closed Compact Report: Lesotho Compact

  • Signed: July 23, 2007
  • Entry into Force: September 17, 2008
  • Compact End Date: September 17, 2013

  1. Introduction

    In July 2007, MCC and Lesotho signed a $362 million compact focused on the water and health sectors and encouraging private sector development.

  2. Country Context

    Lesotho is a landlocked country surrounded by mountains and the country of South Africa.

  3. Health Sector Project

    The Health Sector Project was designed to strengthen the health care system and its ability to deliver quality services.

  4. Private Sector Development Project

    The Private Sector Development Project aimed to stimulate private sector activity within the country by improving access to credit, reducing financial transaction costs and increasing the participation of women in the economy.

  5. Water Sector Project

    The Water Sector Project was designed to support Lesotho’s vision to provide secure, adequate, sustainable and clean water supply and sanitation services to rural and urban consumers.

  6. Compact Changes

    Learn how MCC and Lesotho agreed to adjust compact projects due to changes in estimated costs and project progress.

  7. Coordination and Partnerships

    Discover MCC’s efforts to coordinate resources and expertise with other donors and international institutions as part of the Lesotho Compact.

  8. Conditions Precedent

    Read the conditions that Lesotho needed to meet under the terms of the compact prior to disbursing project funds.