Monamo in challenge to calm DIS storms

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All eyes are on the new Acting Director General of the Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS), Aobakwe Monamo, as he faces the challenge of restoring public confidence in the Directorate while navigating its complex intelligence architectural landscape.

Since its establishment, the DIS has perennially suffered from low public trust, crisis of confidence over its handling of sensitive matters and repeated allegations of political interference.

The situation was particularly more pronounced during the tenure of the former ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP).

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Monamo in challenge to calm DIS storms

All eyes are on the new Acting Director General of the Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS), Aobakwe Monamo, as he faces the challenge of restoring public confidence in the Directorate while navigating its complex intelligence architectural landscape.

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