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Iraqi academy empowers women through sports

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At Zheema's academy, Iraqi girls come together for the love of basketball. They train for long hours, shooting the ball through the hoop and improving their dribbling skills. Established in 2016, the academy aims to help Iraqi girls practice sports and be part of professional teams in Iraq and the region.

Added on the 24/02/2021 11:57:39 - Copyright : France 24 EN

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