Maseru, May 10th – Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance and the Government of Lesotho have signed a Letter of Intent for the resumption of direct funding to the Government of Lesotho following the successful implementation of pre-disbursement fiscal system requirements. This development follows a program launched by Gavi in 2022 to help Lesotho strengthen its fiscal management capacity to meet all Grants Management Requirements (GMRs).
“We commend the Government of Lesotho for its commitment to building back better and increasing financial accountability and transparency. We are pleased to be joining the company and look forward to this continued partnership as we maintain the long-term benefits.” Thabani Maphosa, Gavi Country Program Delivery Managing Director.
As of April 2024, all mandatory GMRs have been addressed, allowing Gavi to resume direct disbursements through government systems from late 2024.
Gavi will also continue to provide public financial management capacity building support until the end of 2025 to ensure that financial management support is available at both national and local levels to ensure sustainability.
“This unique moment is an opportunity for the Government of Lesotho to strengthen our relationships with our partners. We look forward to working together to drive and sustain positive change in our country's health system. ” he said. Seribe Mochoboroane, Minister of Health, Lesotho.
Commenting on the development, Mr. Trohan Sekamane, Speaker of the Lesotho National Assemblycommended the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Finance for putting in place strong public financial management, accountability and transparency mechanisms to enable the return of Gavi's direct assistance to Lesotho. He encouraged the Ministry of Health not to back down from supporting Gabi due to liability issues and urged all stakeholders, including Parliament, to work together for the prosperity of Lesotho's people.
Gavi and its alliance partners commend the Government of Lesotho for its dedication to improving financial management and transparency. This milestone marks an important step in the country's journey towards greater self-reliance and a sustainable immunization program.
The event, which marks the resumption of disbursements, was attended by Ms. Paola Amadei, EU Ambassador to Lesotho, Ms. Amanda Mkwasi, United Nations Resident Coordinator in Lesotho, and representatives from the International Development Community (MCC, USAID) led by World Bank Country Representative Dr. Yoichiro Ishihara. ) were also in attendance. , alliance partners WHO and UNICEF.
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