Professional Ethics at Rwanda
Professional Ethics for Public Servants ... Professional ethics in Rwanda are governed by a combination of national regulations, institutional codes, and international standards, particularly in sectors such as public administration, healthcare, business, and corporate governance. Here's an overview of the ethical frameworks across these domains:
🇷🇼 Public Sector Ethics
Presidential Order No. 21/2021
In February 2021, Rwanda enacted Presidential Order No. 21/2021, which outlines the professional ethics required for public servants. Key principles include: (Presidential Order determinig Professional Ethics for Public Servants - RwandaLII)
Excellence and Professionalism: Public servants are expected to be innovative, solution-oriented, and contribute to societal development aligned with the well-being of society. (Presidential Order determinig Professional Ethics for Public Servants - RwandaLII)
Accountability: Taking responsibility and ownership for actions and decisions, as well as consequences. (Presidential Order determinig Professional Ethics for Public Servants - RwandaLII)
Integrity and Trustworthiness: Demonstrating the highest standards of integrity, dignity, and acting in good faith. (Presidential Order determinig Professional Ethics for Public Servants - RwandaLII)
Person-Centeredness of Service Delivery: Serving beneficiaries with respect, recognizing the public's right of access to information. (Presidential Order determinig Professional Ethics for Public Servants - RwandaLII)
Impartiality: Treating all people equally without any discrimination and acting in the interests of public service instead of personal interest. (Presidential Order determinig Professional Ethics for Public Servants - RwandaLII)
Transparency and Collaboration: Exercising public authority in a transparent and understandable manner, collaborating with others for the purpose of attaining common goals. (Presidential Order determinig Professional Ethics for Public Servants - RwandaLII)
These principles aim to promote ethical conduct and public trust in government institutions. (Presidential Order determinig Professional Ethics for Public Servants - RwandaLII)
🏥 Healthcare Ethics
Rwanda National Ethics Committee (RNEC)
The Rwanda National Ethics Committee (RNEC) is responsible for overseeing ethical standards in healthcare and biomedical research. It ensures that research involving human participants adheres to ethical guidelines and that healthcare practices respect patient rights and dignity.
💼 Business and Corporate Ethics
Rwanda Development Board (RDB)
The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) promotes ethical business practices through various initiatives, including:
Investment Promotion: Encouraging responsible investment that contributes to sustainable development.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring businesses adhere to national laws and regulations.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Encouraging businesses to engage in activities that benefit society and the environment.
These initiatives aim to foster an ethical business environment that supports Rwanda's development goals.
📰 Media Ethics
Rwanda Media Commission (RMC)
The Rwanda Media Commission (RMC) is responsible for promoting ethical standards in journalism and media practices. It develops and enforces a Media Code of Ethics that guides journalists in their work, emphasizing:
Accuracy and Fairness: Reporting news truthfully and impartially.
Accountability: Being accountable for the content published and correcting errors promptly.
Independence: Avoiding conflicts of interest and ensuring editorial independence.
These standards are crucial in maintaining public trust and credibility in the media.
RELATED Blog
0 comments