Thousands of people have rallied in support of the leader of South Africa's governing ANC as he appeared at a court hearing on corruption charges. Jacob Zuma is trying to have the charges dismissed and remove the last obstacle in his way to becoming South Africa's next president. He stands accused of corruption, fraud, racketeering and money-laundering over a controversial arms deal. Supporters danced and sang during an overnight rally outside the court. The supporters have promised to bring the city of Pietermaritzburg - where Mr Zuma is appearing at the high court - to a virtual standstill during hearing. They say Mr Zuma is fit to serve as the country's president, and no barriers should be put in his way. "I think he's got all the skills, he's got all the capacity, he's got all the strength to become the president," said one supporter. Mr Zuma has said he will stand down as African National Congress leader only if he is found guilty. Critics say he is just tryng to delay proceedings until after he's elected president. Source: BBC