Ombudsman office critical to good governance

FRANCISTOWN: The Regional Head of the Ombudsman Northeast region, Edwin Batsalelwang says his office is one of the national institutions that contribute to good governance. "The vision of this office is to promote good governance and respect for human rights in the public sector," he said.

Batsalelwang was speaking during the Ombudsman breakfast seminar for non-governmental organisations (NGOs) held at Tati River Lodge yesterday.

"There are important factors that characterise good governance which include voice and accountability. By this we refer to political processes of any country, including the extent to which citizens participate in the selection of their government," said Batsalelwang.

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