File photo of members of the civil service taking their oath.
THE sudden political change and the surprise announcement of a new prime minister have created anxiety and concern over the future direction of the country. The big question is whether the new government will stay committed to implementing the reforms that are essential for our democracy to function in a progressive manner and for investors to have confidence in the economy.
More than before, the people are now looking to our civil service as a beacon of hope for good government. They expect it to take its own initiative to protect its professional integrity and independence based on the established principle that while politicians come and go, the civil service remains permanent.
