Reforming Public Administration in South Africa

This is a short policy-oriented book analyses three distinct and key parts of the South African public administration: the system of recruitment and appointment of public servants, high-level appointments within the criminal justice sector, and public procurement. The three chapters argue for feasible and effective reforms with each of these parts of the state.The book is published by Siber Ink for the Public Affairs Research Institute (PARI) in conjunction with the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg.'This book is mandatory reading for those seeking to realise the constitutional values of accountability, responsiveness and openness.' - Prof Hugh Corder