South Africa's parliament
descended into chaos as leftist MPs scuffled with security during a key
annual speech by President Jacob Zuma.
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), led by Julius Malema,
repeatedly interrupted Mr Zuma, demanding answers over a spending
scandal.The speaker of parliament then ordered their removal, prompting scuffles.
The largest opposition party, the Democratic Alliance, walked out in protest at their expulsion.
"You can't send police into parliament," said Democratic Alliance parliamentary leader Mmusi Maimane.
The EFF used President Zuma's annual State of the Nation speech to question him about a state-funded, multi-million dollar upgrade to his private residence.
They were evicted by large numbers of security guards. Among those thrown out was Mr Malema.
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