Beyond RTI: Towards Open Government

After many years of advocacy by civil society, Sri Lanka is set to adopt a law that guarantees citizens’ Right to Information (RTI).

By Nalaka Gunawardene.-March 06, 2015

With that, we will at last catch up with nearly 100 countries that have introduced such progressive laws. Better late than never – but passing the law is only a beginning. Institutionalising it requires effort and funds. Continued vigilance is needed on civil society’s part to guard against the process becoming mired in red tape.

Beyond RTIm Towards Open Government by Thavam Ratna