Experience in the promotion of whistle-blowing in the public service suggests that fear of victimisation is an important factor affecting the public's involvement in reporting allegations of corruption. The possibility that fear of victimisation impacts on the implementation of PAJA, the SOPS report warns, should not be ignored. More education for the public on their rights is required. It was recommended that with awareness programmes like 'knowing your rights' campaigns, complaint channels and recourse mechanisms in departments should be functional and operational.