Territorial Transformation Compacts
Driving localized, integrated development through place based transformation partnerships
Our Vision for Territorial Development
THESO's Territorial Transformation initiative recognizes that sustainable development happens at the local level. Through place based compacts, we partner with county and municipal governments, local institutions, and communities to create integrated development pathways tailored to specific territorial contexts.
Our territorial compacts bring together all THESO focus areas into coherent, locally owned transformation plans that address the unique challenges and opportunities of each territory, ensuring no community is left behind.
Place Based
Tailored solutions for specific territorial contexts
Partnership Model
Joint ownership with local governments and communities
Integrated Approach
Multi sector coordination for comprehensive impact
The Territorial Compact Model
Our compacts create binding partnerships between THESO, local governments, and communities for sustained transformation.
County and Regional Compacts
Strategic partnerships with county governments that align THESO investments with local development priorities. These compacts typically span five to ten years and cover multiple sectors including health, education, water, and livelihoods.
Key Elements:
- ✓Joint planning and resource allocation with county governments
- ✓Integrated county development plans aligned with national priorities
- ✓Shared accountability frameworks and performance metrics
Urban Transformation Zones
Focused interventions in rapidly urbanizing areas that address informal settlements, urban services, and economic opportunities for growing urban populations.
Key Initiatives:
- ✓Slum upgrading and affordable housing programs
- ✓Urban water and sanitation infrastructure
- ✓Youth employment and enterprise zones
Rural Community Compacts
Deep partnerships with rural communities that address connectivity, agricultural transformation, and essential services in underserved areas.
Key Initiatives:
- ✓Rural connectivity roads and digital infrastructure
- ✓Agricultural value chain development and market access
- ✓Integrated health and education service delivery
Active Territorial Compacts
Our territorial compacts are currently operational across multiple countries and regions.
18
Active Compacts
6
Countries
4.2M
People Reached
$320M
Total Investment
Featured Compacts
Turkana County, Kenya
Integrated drought resilience and WASH
Northern Region, Uganda
Post conflict recovery and livelihoods
Bahr el Ghazal, South Sudan
Basic services and resilience building