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The 7-foot giant of Ngleshie Amanfro: Seven-foot Ghanaian Ephraim Saawa dreams of joining the national basketball team

In Ngleshie Amanfro, a bustling community in the Ga South Municipality, you don't need to know his name to know him. You just look up.

The 7-foot giant of Ngleshie Amanfro: Seven-foot Ghanaian Ephraim Saawa dreams of joining the national basketball team

In Ngleshie Amanfro, a vibrant community in the Ga South Municipality, the towering figure of Ephraim Saawa is a familiar sight. Standing at an impressive 7.0 feet tall, the 7-foot giant from Nandom Piina, Upper West Region, is an undeniable presence. Locals call him to the front seat of trotros, children stop and stare, and adults often capture a quick photo to remember the towering stranger.

Ephraim, a recent graduate from Abakrampa Senior High School in the Central Region, has a simple dream that he passionately pursues: to become a member of Ghana's national basketball team and bring home a trophy for his country. While he may not yet be known nationally, Ephraim's unique physical gift and ambition have made him a local celebrity in Ngleshie Amanfro, symbolizing the potential for sports success in Greater Accra.

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