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11 February 2012 Last updated at 11:09 ET

'Peace pact' signed by two SudansSPLA soldiers in Unity state (Archive shot)

Sudan and South Sudan sign a non-aggression pact and agree to respect each other's sovereignty, says the chief mediator at crisis talks.

A protester shout slogans during a demonstration against Egypt's military rulersEgypt strike fails to make impact

Activists' calls for a day of strikes in Egypt on the anniversary of President Hosni Mubarak's overthrow appear to have little impact.

Mali's Cheikh Tidiane Diabate (left) celebrates his opening goalMali sink Ghana to finish third

Mali beat Ghana 2-0 in the Equatoguinean capital Malabo to finish third at an Africa Cup of Nations for the first time. BBC Sport

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