Minister for Public Service Mabulala Maseko has reported progress in the implementation of public sector reforms, including the second phase of the Salary Review Exercise, which addresses various allowances agreed upon with Public Sector Unions.
Maseko presented the Ministry of Public Service’s Second Quarter Performance Report for the 2026/27 Financial Year to the House of Assembly, covering the period between July and September 2026. The report highlights progress in public sector transformation, institutional strengthening, human resource development and initiatives aimed at improving service delivery across Government.
According to the report, the Ministry continued implementing Phase Two of the Salary Review Exercise, focusing on addressing various allowances agreed upon with Public Sector Unions. The ministry also continued implementing management audit recommendations, with efforts directed at strengthening organisational structures and improving institutional efficiency.
Another key area of focus was the expansion of the Performance Management System, which is intended to enhance accountability, productivity and results-oriented service delivery across Government Ministries and Departments. On human resource development, the Civil Service Commission facilitated 119 probationary appointments, 139 promotions and 140 confirmations during the reporting period.
These interventions were complemented by ongoing professional training, skills development and institutional capacity-building initiatives aimed at strengthening the capabilities of public officers. Maseko also highlighted the Government’s efforts to promote employee wellbeing through the Public Sector HIV/AIDS Coordinating Committee (PSHACC).
The committee continued providing mental health support, psychosocial counselling and workplace wellness interventions to promote a healthy, resilient and productive workforce.
The Ministry’s programmes are aligned with the Government Programme of Action 2024/25–2028/29 and the National Development Plan 2023/24–2027/28.
The report states that the Ministry remains committed to ensuring that public sector reforms translate into measurable improvements in institutional performance and service delivery, while building a professional, accountable, efficient and citizen-centred Public Service responsive to the needs of emaSwati.
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