No Evidence Tanzania Issued 48-Hour Ultimatum to South Africans
May 6,2026
Claims circulating on social media alleging that Samia Suluhu Hassan has given South African citizens 48 hours to leave Tanzania and ordered the closure of borders with South Africa have not been substantiated by credible sources.
The widely shared reports also suggest that Tanzania has suspended exports to South Africa and taken a hard diplomatic stance in response to alleged xenophobic incidents targeting African migrants. However, there has been no official confirmation from Tanzanian authorities or internationally recognized news outlets to support these claims.
If true, such measures would represent a significant escalation in diplomatic relations between the two nations, with potential implications for regional cooperation and trade across the African continent. Analysts note that actions of this magnitude would typically be accompanied by formal government statements and extensive international media coverage.
While concerns about xenophobia in South Africa have been raised in the past, including criticism from various African leaders, the specific claims attributed to President Samia Suluhu Hassan remain unverified.
The public is therefore advised to treat the circulating information with caution and rely on official communications and reputable news organizations for accurate updates on international relations.
