Wanted: One retired soldier, lightly used, available immediately

Qualifications such as intelligence experience, strategic foresight, analytical ability, or even a passing interest in spycraft seem to be listed somewhere under ‘other requirements as assigned.’ Now that the nation is debating who should take over next, the search committee faces its greatest challenge yet: finding a retired soldier who hasn't already been nominated for something. The challenge is no longer finding someone qualified to lead DISS. The challenge is finding a retired soldier who hasn't already been shortlisted for every other strategic position in the Republic. At this point, Botswana may need to establish a Strategic Reserve of Retired Generals, much like the Strategic Grain Reserve, to ensure there are enough candidates available during appointment season.

Eyes are reportedly scanning every parade ground, barracks and military reunion with renewed interest. More adventurous talent scouts have widened the net and are now conducting discreet reconnaissance missions at Glen Valley and SSKB.