Defending Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) champions Banyana Banyana got their title defence off to a disappointing start after suffering a 2-1 defeat to Tanzania in Casablanca, Morocco, on Monday.
The loss leaves South Africa with work to do in the group stage as they look to secure a place in the quarter-finals of the continental tournament.
Banyana Banyana will now turn their attention to a crucial clash against Ivory Coast on Friday, where victory will be essential to keep their knockout-stage hopes alive.
The defeat marks a disappointing opening for the 2022 WAFCON champions, who entered the tournament aiming to retain their continental crown.
South Africa will be hoping to bounce back with an improved performance against Ivory Coast as they seek to revive their campaign.