The 1970 FIBA Africa Championship for Women was the 3rd

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, played under the rules of

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, the world governing body for

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, and the

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thereof. The tournament was hosted by

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from March 28 to April 4, 1970.

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defeated the

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44–36 in the final to win their first title and qualify for the 1971 FIBA Women's World Championship.

Draw

Preliminary round

Group A

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Group B

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Knockout stage

Semifinals

5th place match

Bronze medal match

Final

Final standings

Awards

External links

Official Website

References

{{FIBA Africa Championship for Women 1970 FIBA Africa Championship for Women 1970 FIBA Africa Championship for Women AfroBasket Women Basketball in Togo International sports competitions hosted by Togo