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Young basketball: Sage Kamwi to represent Namibia at FIBA camp in Abidjan

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Young basketball: Sage Kamwi to represent Namibia at FIBA camp in Abidjan

Namibian basketball player Sage Kamwi will represent her country at a youth gathering organised by the International Basketball Federation in Abidjan from 21 to 24 October. Namibia is one of 21 African teams invited, offering a chance to identify talent and expose it to FIBA and NBA coaches, according to New Era.

Namibian basketball player Sage Kamwi, selected by the Namibia Basketball Federation, will take part in the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) camp for young African talent in Abidjan from 21 to 24 October. Namibian outlet New Era reports that Kamwi was chosen for her abilities on the court.

The camp will bring together young players from several African countries. They will be able to showcase their talent to FIBA and National Basketball Association (NBA) coaches.

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