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As-Sadaka

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The As-Sadaka is a 50m swimming pool in the Gaza Strip. It was inaugurated in May 2010. The pool belongs to the as-Sadaka ('Friendship') Athletic Club, and its construction was sponsored by the Islamic Society. The swimming team of as-Sadaka Athletic Clubs hold several gold and silver medals from Palestinian swimming competitions.

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As-Sadaka
Abu Ali Iyad, Gaza An Naser

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Ibn Seena School

Abu Ali Iyad
480 Gaza, An Naser
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