Tensions are rising in East Africa after Tanzania’s President, Samia Suluhu Hassan, gave a strong response to several Western countries, including the US, UK, and others, who called for an independent investigation into the recent murder of Ali Mohamed Kibao. Kibao, a well-known opposition leader, was found dead in Dar es Salaam last week, sparking outrage and concern both in Tanzania and internationally.

Western embassies, including those from the US, UK, Canada, Norway, and Switzerland...