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Our work is driven by a belief in Africa's young minds. We prioritize investing in the future of young Africans, striving to build emerging leaders who will shape the continent and the world. Join us on this transformative journey as we host a debate competition that leaves a lasting impact on countless lives across Africa. Together, let's create a brighter tomorrow through the power of debate.

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Our Story

Years ago, we debated passionately in the "boarding house," shaping our communication and leadership skills. However, we longed for organized debate competitions, but no one organized and funded these things, especially in debate. As kids, we vowed to host debate competitions someday. Now, after 15 years, we have taken the first steps to make this vision a reality.

We have initiated a debate competition among secondary schools, aiming to expand its impact each year. Witnessing the smiles on the faces of the students and teachers, and the excitement and growth it brings, fuels our dedication. While our words convey the impact, a Video captures it better and offers a closer view.

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Key Objectives

1

Networking

To build a network of innovative minds towards cross-pollination of ideas for continental development.
2

Develop leadership traits

To develop in young Africans the leadership traits of sound reasoning, intellectual discourse, and diplomatic relations.
3

Foster interactions

To foster social interaction and networking towards impactful collaborations now and in the future.

4

Increase confidence

To increase individual confidence while maintaining openness, tolerance and respect for differing views.
5

Breed teamwork

To breed team-work as a skill for collective progress and societal integration.
6

Improve research

To enhance research and learning in an engaging way—as a necessary strategy for the Generation Z.

See what participants are saying about the program

I love this one. It would make the students prepare and cultivate the attitude of studying voraciously and aggressively

Wale Adenuga - School debate coach

It is a novel idea and I wish this can go beyond Nigeria because students need to learn how to speak publicly and argue without emotions... They worked as a team and that is what debatiing is all about. It is not about an individual trying to impress others.

Joshua Bassey - School debate Coach

It also helped me think critically and do things I did not know I could do. Programs like this help you build your confidence and think very fast.

Nifemi - Student

It brings out the thinking and communicating b skills of the students. It is targeted towards the 21th century core skills I.e critical thinking, collaboration, communication skill e.t.c. It is a welcome innovation.

Mr Olubukunmi Oybowa - School Management

It is a session that has prepares the students for future challenges... more students should be encouraged to be part of the [debate cup]

Oyelesu O. A - School Management

Innovative way of debating which is quite different from the stereotypes. This gives room for critical thinking still to be developed. In fact it encompasses all the 21st century skills which must be embedded into teaching learning process.

Mrs Rokosu T. O

It helped me with critical thinking and helped me build my confidence

Emmanuel - Student

I was feeling so anxious but as I started talking, I gained more confidence.

Grace - Student

Grateful, that's how I feel. It seems more professional and engaging.

Pearl - Student

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For registration questions please get in touch using the contact details below. For any questions use the form.

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Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
+234 909 505 6198
info@africadebatecup.org
www.africadebatecup.org

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Networking

Develop leadership traits

Foster interactions

Increase confidence

Breed teamwork

Improve research

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