4 Schools clash in National Girls Speech & Debate Championship Semi-Finals on Saturday

The National Girls Speech and Debate Championship (NGSDC) is set to host its semi-final round this Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Akuafo Hall, University of Ghana. Four schools have advanced to this stage after impressive performances in the quarter-finals, setting the stage for a competitive intellectual showdown.

The participating schools are Holy Child School, St. Louis, Gomoa Senior High Technical, and Assin Manso Senior High School. They will engage in debates on two critical motions. Holy Child School and Gomoa SHTS will tackle the proposition: "Youth empowerment initiatives in Ghana are largely symbolic rather than impactful." Meanwhile, St. Louis Senior High and Assin Manso Senior High will debate: "Influencer culture among Ghanaian youth prioritises visibility over substance and value creation."

Ahead of the debates, students will benefit from a life coaching address by Gertrude Amefa Donkor, Managing Director of GoldBod, and Wing Commander Dr. Agyebeng. Dora Badu Owusu-Adomah, Convenor and Executive Director of NGSDC, expressed high expectations for an "educative contest," commending the participants for their strong research skills, presentation command, and commitment. She wished all the debaters the best of luck for Saturday's competition.

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All the participating schools have made a good account of themselves so far. I wish them all the best on Saturday.