Rogue State Security Agency (SSA) boss Arthur Fraser must be fired. He has retained his post despite mounting allegations against him that make it clear that he cannot be left in charge of the spy agency. The revelation that Fraser has attempted to shut down the inspector-general of intelligence’s investigations of these allegations makes his removal all the more urgent. According to court documents filed by the inspector-general, Setlhomamaru Dintwe, Fraser has interfered heavily in his work, including revoking Dintwe’s security clearance. The inspector-general is appointed by Parliament to oversee the conduct of the intelligence agencies and safeguard against exactly this kind of abuse of power. In light of the growing evidence of widespread abuses in the intelligence structures, including corruption, illegal surveillance and continued politicisation, this office needs to be protected from harassment and intimidation. In fact, urgent reforms are needed to strengthen its independen...
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