By OBAKENG MAJE
16 September 2024- The North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi, participated in a crucial engagement session with the Public Service Commission (PSC) in Mahikeng on Friday, 13 September 2024, aimed at strengthening governance, accountability, and procedural compliance across public service institutions. Motsumi said this engagement also reinforced the application of constitutional values and principles, which remain the cornerstone of public sector governance.
“The session, led by National Commissioner Professor Mandla Makhanya, include roadshows with Executive Authorities and Heads of Departments from the 7th administration, focused on the importance of adhering to policy frameworks, governance procedures, and accountability mechanisms that align with the constitutional values and principles governing public service.
“We welcome the PSC’s initiative, emphasising the importance of such interactions to streamline the department’s operations and improve service delivery. This engagement with the PSC is both timely and necessary,” she said.
Motsumi further said it provided them with an opportunity to assess and strengthen the frameworks that govern how they operate. She added that the North West Department of Education is committed to ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficiency in all their processes and this collaboration will undoubtedly enhance their capacity to deliver quality education services to our communities.
“The department remains committed to adhering to the highest standards of public service, ensuring that every policy and procedure aligns with constitutional principles.
“Through continuous collaboration with bodies such as the PSC, the department will further refine its approaches to governance and accountability, ultimately improving educational outcomes for all learners in the North West,” said Motsumi.
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