Afghan women swimmers dream of Olympics despite threats

AFP English 2017-03-29

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There are just 30 pools in Afghanistan, only one which welcomes girls -- and it is facing militant threats for doing so. Nevertheless a handful are diving in, pioneers racing to achieve Olympic glory in Tokyo.
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