South African mobile operator MTN in talks to buy domestic rival
Telkom's shares jumped nearly 30 percent following the announcement, while MTN was up nearly 5 percent.
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Togolese army admits to killing children mistaken for ‘jihadists’
The seven children were killed while returning from celebrations of the Muslim holiday Eid al-Adha late on July 10.
What happened to Russia’s anti-war movement?
Thousands have been arrested on charges related to demonstrating, forcing many to find new ways to protest.
What was Turkey’s failed coup about – and what’s happened since?
The events of July 15, 2016 left a huge effect on Turkey's domestic and foreign policy - and can still be felt today.
Saudi Arabia opens up airspace to all airlines, including Israeli
Saudi Arabia says it will open its airspace to all air carriers, paving the way for more overflights to and from Israel.
Three children die as landslide sweeps over Colombian school
Rural elementary school in country's northwest buried by landslide triggered by heavy rains.
Analysis: How much closer can Biden bring Saudi Arabia to Israel?
Riyadh and Tel Aviv have edged closer to full normalisation, but a deal is unlikely during Biden's trip to Jeddah.
Hundreds evacuated from homes as wildfires spread in France
The fires have already burned 7,300 hectares (about 18,000 acres) in southwestern France.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 142
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 142nd day, we take a look at the main developments.
Palestinians expect little as Biden travels to occupied West Bank
US President Joe Biden is set to meet Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on the latest leg of his Middle East tour.
Papua New Guinea police accused of killing woman at polls
Young mother shot at polling station while holding her one-year-old son, according to reports.
The divisive legacy of Sri Lanka’s Gotabaya Rajapaksa
Gotabaya Rajapaksa's exit ends the clan's rule after more than 20 years as the nation battles its worst economic crisis.
China willing to ‘recalibrate’ strained Australia ties, FM says
Wang Yi says Australia should “correct” its understanding of China for relations to "set sail again".
Texas contests federal order to grant life-saving abortions
US state sues Biden administration over guidance directing doctors to perform abortions when pregnant patients at risk.
Ukraine accuses Russia of terrorism as Vinnytsia attack kills 23
Ukraine's Zelenskyy says attack in central Ukraine is 'act of terrorism', urges 'special tribunal' for Moscow's crimes.
Man exonerated in Malcom X murder sues New York City for $40m
Lawsuit says Muhammad Aziz, who wrongfully spent 20 years in jail, suffered 'immense and irreparable' damage.
Mali suspends all new rotations of UN peacekeeping forces
Bamako says it is suspending rotations for 'national security' reasons as relations between Mali and UN deteriorate.
Ivana Trump, former US president’s first wife, dies aged 73
Ivana Trump, first wife of Donald Trump, passed away at her home in New York City, former president says.
Bodies of migrants who died in Texas truck returned to Mexico
Mexico bringing back bodies of 25 victims who died in a truck that was abandoned in the sweltering heat in San Antonio.
Italy: Gov’t collapse averted as president refuses PM resignation
PM Mario Draghi had offered his resignation after the Five Star Movement boycotted a crucial vote in parliament.