“By protecting the organization and its failed leadership, government is effectively endorsing misconduct. Under such circumstances, nothing better than abuse of office can be expected,” Khama said. Khama further alleged that abuse of office within the DIS has persisted for years, warning that continued secrecy and the absence of accountability were eroding public trust and undermining the principles of good governance.
He said the failure to subject the intelligence agency to proper oversight sends a dangerous message that powerful institutions can operate above the law without consequence. Unmoved by the executive’s response, Khama said he intends to escalate the matter to Parliament in an effort to force accountability. He said the issue would be pursued through his Member of Parliament, Baratiwa Mathoothe.
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