Question 1: Chapter 17

Accountability

Obligation to demonstrate compliance with rules or to report fairly on performance.

Deontological

Ethical approach based on duty or inherent principles.

Teleological

Ethical approach based on the consequences of actions.

Values

Enduring beliefs about preferable modes of conduct.

Whistle-blowing

Reporting unethical or illegal activities within an organization.

Ethical Governance

Involves standards that reflect communal values and citizen participation.

Public Accountability

Obligation of government officials to be transparent and open to public scrutiny.

Directive Utilitarianism

A subtype of teleology providing guidelines for ethical behavior.

Criminal Corruption

Bribery, fraud, and embezzlement in public service.

Administrative Corruption

Failure to perform duties due to incompetence or lack of training.

Political Corruption

Election fraud, nepotism, and ignoring democratic principles.

Market Value

The worth of a service or product.

Labour Value

The effort invested in creating a service or product.

Use Value

How useful the service or product is to citizens.

Executive Members’ Ethics Act (1998)

Legislation ensuring ethical standards for South African officials.

Minimalist Ethics

Focuses on prohibiting conflicts of financial interest.

Functionalist Ethics

Defines duties of legislators based on their role as representatives.

Rational Approach

Seeks broader ethical guidance based on principles from political theory.

Moral Decision-Making

Aligns with societal and personal values, beyond legal requirements.

Amoral Decision-Making

Complies with the law but does not consider broader ethical impact.

Ethical Audits

Assessments of government institutions to ensure ethical conduct.

Whistle-blower Protection

Safeguards for individuals reporting unethical behavior.

Public Protector

An institution promoting ethics by exposing corruption and financial mismanagement.

Auditor-General

An institution ensuring accountability and transparency in public finances.

Ethical Framework

A structure integrating guidance, control, and management for ethical conduct in public administration.