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Turkcell regroups, goes after MTN in SA after US setback

Communications and technology company seeks justice in South Africa.

Africa’s largest mobile operator by subscription, MTN, has called off its talks with Telkom about a proposed takeover.

MTN will fight Turkcell lawsuit

MTN plans to defend the lawsuit brought by Turkish mobile operator Turkcell, and which was previously heard in the US.

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MTN slapped with $4.2bn Turkcell lawsuit

A Turkish cellphone company has opened a lawsuit against MTN seeking damages for losses incurred as a result of MTN’s actions, says the company.

The powerful servers and data-processing equipment sold to MTN Irancell could be used by Iranian ­authorities to eavesdrop on private calls

US trial turns heat on MTN

A US computer salesperson who supplied ­sensitive equipment to MTN’s mobile network in Iran has been jailed for violating US economic sanctions.

US trial turns heat on MTN

According to an online profile of a man stating that he works for MTN Irancell as an IT operator, his employer, Patco, is MTN Irancell’s IT partner.

Ex-MTN commercial director Irene Charnley.

MTN’s bid to sway govt raises disturbing questions

The report is replete with examples of how MTN’s well-connected executives intervened to influence South African diplomacy in its favour.

MTN cleared of Iran dealings

An independent investigation has exonerated mobile giant MTN from graft in an Iran tender, the firm has said.

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US Republicans seize on MTN/Turkcell spat

Allegations of corruption and political machinations involving the MTN Group and the government of Iran have resurfaced – this time in US politics.

The DA has called for the suspension of diplomat Abdul Minty over claims emerging from a legal challenge to cellphone giant MTN’s operations in Iran.

DA calls for Minty’s suspension amid MTN scandal

The DA has called for the suspension of diplomat Abdul Minty over claims emerging from a legal challenge to cellphone giant MTN’s operations in Iran.

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Former Iran ambassador suspended amid MTN bribery scandal

Former ambassador to Iran Yusuf Saloojee has been suspended from his position at the department of international relations and cooperation.

Vodacom chief executive Pieter Uys will leave the company in March next year to be replaced by Shameel Joosub.

Vodacom chief executive Pieter Uys to step down

Vodacom has announced that chief executive Pieter Uys will leave the company in March next year and be replaced by Shameel Joosub.

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MTN tells US court it has no jurisdiction in Turkcell suit

MTN has asked a US court to dismiss a $4.2-billion suit brought by rival Turkcell after alleged underhand tactics to obtain an Iranian mobile license.

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Hawks enter the fray in MTN/Turkcell dispute

The Hawks have opened an investigation into allegations of corruption at MTN relating to its purchase of a mobile licence in Iran.

MTN whipped, but still a good buy

Although MTN has been involved in court battles after allegations of corruption surfaced, its share prices hasn’t plummeted and profits are certain.

Cellphone giant upbeat over trial

Cellphone giant upbeat over trial

MTN has moved to have the corruption case against them thrown out of a US court, but rival Turkcell is ready to do battle.

MTN’s leak could be hung out to dry

MTN’s leak could be hung out to dry

The person who leaked the MTN and Turkcell memos has to face the possibility of being implicated in the bribery of Iran government officials’ claims.

Shareholder revolt rocks Turkcell

Shareholder revolt rocks Turkcell

Turkcell’s internal strife has the potential to play into the hands of South African cellphone giant MTN, which is tied to its corruption case.

Whistle-blower played an ace

Whistle-blower played an ace

Inside information from a whistle-blower has played into the hands of Turkcell’s long-running legal battle with Iran and MTN.

Iran ‘puts the screws’ on MTN

Iran ‘puts the screws’ on MTN

Sources reveal a terrifying situation at the mobile operator company’s headquarters in Tehran.

Former MTN head rubbishes Iran licence allegations

Former MTN head rubbishes Iran licence allegations

Former MTN boss Phuthuma Nhleko has distanced himself from a dodgy mobile operating license in Iran that included bribes, weapons and influence.