Johannesburg – President Cyril Ramaphosa admits there is lack of ethics in the public service.
Ramaphosa says there is still a long way to go towards instilling this culture among civil servants.
The President focused on the public sector in his weekly newsletter as Public Service Month draws to a close.
He said government will act against anyone involved in wrongdoing.
This follows revelations in Parliament that thousands of public servants have been illegally receiving social grants.
The Public Administration Ethics, Integrity, and Disciplinary Technical Assistance Unit was set up this year.
Ramaphosa said it will set norms and standards on ethics, integrity, and conduct.
The president hopes it will also help the fight against corruption.
