epa05154966 Protesting supporters of the opposition Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) clash with police amidst tear gas ahead of the opening of parliament ceremony in Cape Town, South Africa, 11 February 2016. Various political parties clashed whilst several protests against the president took place across the country on the day of the opening of parliament where embattled South African president Jacob Zuma delivers his State of the Nation address outlining governments programme of action for the year. Zuma has been facing increased pressure from all sectors to step down with corruption scandals surrounding his office. South Africa's Constitutional Court is still to decide whether President Jacob Zuma should pay back state money he used to upgrade his private residence. EPA/STR
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