Lentera Negeri
Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Lentera Negeri

Evaluation of local government bureaucratic performance through transparency and public accountability for good governance

Rosfiah Arsal (Universitas Pejuang Republik Indonesia, Makassar, Indonesia)
Samsuddin Samsuddin (Universitas Nurdin Hamzah, Indonesia)
Dianidza Arodha (Universitas Jember, Indonesia)
Erlita Khrisinta Dewi (Politeknik APP Jakarta, Indonesia)
Mulyaningsih Mulyaningsih (Universitas Garut, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
22 Sep 2026

Abstract

This study examined the evaluation of local government bureaucratic performance by integrating the principles of transparency and public accountability within the framework of good governance. A qualitative conceptual literature review using a library research approach was employed to synthesize relevant theories and previous studies on bureaucratic performance, transparency, accountability, and governance. The literature was systematically selected, organized, and analyzed through thematic content analysis to identify recurring concepts, relationships, and theoretical patterns. The findings indicated that transparency strengthened public accountability by improving the accessibility of government information and enhancing public oversight. Strong accountability practices subsequently contributed to improved bureaucratic performance through greater responsibility, responsiveness, and effectiveness in public service delivery. Improved bureaucratic performance was found to support the realization of good governance by promoting integrity, efficiency, and public trust. Based on these findings, this study developed a Conceptual Evaluation Framework that explained the sequential relationship among transparency, public accountability, bureaucratic performance, and good governance. The framework provided a comprehensive theoretical foundation for evaluating local government performance and offered practical guidance for strengthening governance systems through integrated performance evaluation.

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lentera

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Humanities Education Environmental Science Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences Other

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Lentera Negeri welcomes submissions across a comprehensive range of academic disciplines, spanning the social sciences, humanities, natural sciences, applied sciences, and technology. Within the social sciences, the journal considers research in sociology, psychology and mental health, counseling ...