Batho Pele – “People First”

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Course Description
The course will enable learners to demonstrate knowledge of the Batho Pele principles and apply them to their own roles in the service of the public. The qualifying learner will be able to:
• Explain how the Batho Pele principles apply to their own work roles.
• Explain how the application of Batho Pele principles determines the way in which work is done in the public sector.
• Identify and describe successful examples of application of Batho Pele principles in public sector contexts.
• Explain why the Batho Pele principles are so important to government and effective service delivery in South Africa and own organisation.

SAQA ID: 242860
NQF Level: 3
Credits: 4
Course Duration: 2 days

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What Will You Learn?

  • Apply Batho Pele principles to real-life public service scenarios
  • Improve service delivery quality through citizen focus
  • Promote transparency and accountability in operations

Course Content

Day 1: Introduction to Batho Pele & Core Principles
Understand the origins, legal foundations, and values that led to the development of the Batho Pele philosophy. Explore each of the eight Batho Pele principles in detail and learn how they reshape service delivery in the public sector — putting citizens at the heart of government operations.

  • The Origins and Ethos of Batho Pele
  • Legal & Constitutional Foundations
  • The 8 Principles of Batho Pele

Day 2: Applying Batho Pele in Practice
Move from understanding Batho Pele principles to actively practicing them. Learn how to integrate “People First” into daily responsibilities, leadership behaviors, team culture, and service improvement strategies — reinforcing accountability and citizen satisfaction across public service roles.

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