"Apology accepted," Tanzanian MP tells President Ruto
Mohamed said he accepted the apology on behalf of the House, emphasizing the need for both nations to resolve any outstanding issues to strengthen their long-standing bilateral partnership.
Tanzanian Member of Parliament Zahor Mohamed has welcomed President William Ruto’s recent apology, stating it marks a step toward restoring harmony between Kenya and Tanzania.
Speaking in the Tanzanian Parliament, Mohamed said he accepted the apology on behalf of the House, emphasizing the need for both nations to resolve any outstanding issues to strengthen their long-standing bilateral partnership.
The MP underscored the significance of the close ties shared by the two countries, urging for reconciliation and renewed cooperation.
He noted that disagreements are natural in any working relationship but stressed that such differences should not overshadow the deep-rooted friendship between the neighboring states.
"Allow me to take this opportunity to quickly commend this. I have read that our friend and brother, President Ruto, has apologized to us, and we accept it.
This is because no human being is perfect. It’s possible that we too have our faults, and we must forgive each other so that life can move forward because as human beings, we are bound to make mistakes," Zahor said.
"I would sincerely urge that even in moments where we, as Parliament, may have stumbled, the truth remains that we need each other as friends and as neighboring nations and we cannot work together without facing challenges," he added.
At the National Prayer Breakfast held at Safari Park on Wednesday, President Ruto extended an apology to Kenya’s neighboring countries, Uganda and Tanzania, for any grievances caused.
He addressed Tanzania directly, saying, "To our neighbors in Tanzania, if we have caused any offense, we ask for your forgiveness." He also spoke to Uganda, stating, "To our friends in Uganda, if any actions by Kenyans have been inappropriate, we sincerely apologize."
The tension between the two countries arose following the deportation of Kenyan activists who had traveled to Tanzania to observe the court proceedings involving opposition leader Tundu Lissu.
This incident escalated into a heated dispute between the two East African nations, leading to confrontations among their citizens, fueled by regional political disagreements.
