South African Youth Leader Claims Innocence in Graft Case

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Expelled African National Congress Youth League president Julius Malema was granted bail after being charged with graft.

He proclaimed his innocence to supporters outside the court.
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Wearing a dark suit, white shirt and a bright-red tie, Malema handed himself over to the police before his court appearance.
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The former ANC youth leader was charged with money-laundering for allegedly "receiving proceeds from unlawful activities".
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Outside the court, barbed wire was erected for authorities to monitor supporters...
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...They claim Malema is being targeted by the ruling party over his criticism of President Jacob Zuma.
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Four business associates of Malema, who appeared in court previously, for charges including fraud, corruption and money laundering, were also granted bail. Three of them, from left, Kagisho Dichabe, Lesiba Gwangwa and Makgetsi Manthatha smile in court.
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"I've never been part of any criminal activity, I will never be part...Im not corrupt, Im not part of any criminal activities," said Malema whose case was postponed until November 30.

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