CompetitionPast Event — Recap
Nairobi Schools Debate Championship
Saturday, 8 November 2025 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Pioneers Arena, Nairobi
Twenty-four schools from across Nairobi County competed across four preliminary WSDC rounds, judged by a panel of experienced adjudicators. The day closed with a public grand final and an awards ceremony attended by parents, coaches and school administrators.
What happened on the day
A breakdown of every activity that ran as part of this event.
Debate
WSDC Debate — Preliminary Rounds
Four preliminary rounds across all 24 competing schools.
Debate
WSDC Debate — Semi-Finals & Grand Final
Top four teams advanced to a public grand final.
Highlights from the day
- 24 schools and over 140 student debaters took part across the day
- The grand final motion — 'This House Would Prioritize Vocational Training Over University Education' — drew the largest audience of the day
- Three first-time competing schools reached the semi-final stage
- The public gallery was at full capacity for the grand final, with parents and alumni in attendance
Results
Champion School
1st
Nairobi Grammar School
Runner-Up
2nd
St. Mary's School
Best Speaker
Individual
Wanjiru Kimani, Alliance Girls High School
Photos from the day
Judges
Matika Elkana, David Kariuki, Faith Wambui
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