By Paul Joseph
The President of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has reportedly taken a hard stance against South Africa by issuing a 48 hours ultimatum to leave Tanzania, announcing sweeping measures in response to ongoing xenophobic attacks against African migrants.
According to reports, President Hassan issued a 48-hour ultimatum for South African nationals to leave Tanzanian territory, while also ordering the immediate closure of borders between the two countries.
She further directed that all exports of Tanzanian goods to South Africa be suspended.
The move marks a sharp escalation in diplomatic tensions, as outrage continues to grow across the continent over repeated incidents of violence targeting foreign nationals, particularly other Africans, in South Africa.
In a strongly worded address, President Hassan criticized the South African government, accusing it of failing to uphold the spirit of African unity. She said the country appeared to have “forgotten the support it received during the struggle for independence,” referencing the role played by countries like Tanzania in supporting liberation movements and hosting exiles during the fight against apartheid.
The development adds a new layer to the already strained relations between African nations, as leaders face increasing pressure to respond decisively to xenophobic violence and protect their citizens abroad.
However, there has been no immediate official confirmation from South African authorities regarding the measures, and analysts say the situation could have significant economic and diplomatic implications if fully enforced.
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