Questions, answered
Frequently asked questions.
Pioneers is a Nairobi-based debate and leadership organization training students in debate, public speaking, journalism, poetry and spelling bee competition.
Our programmes run from upper primary through senior secondary, roughly ages 10 to 18, with tracks suited to each stage.
No. Most of our programmes start with a foundations track built for complete beginners.
Most training happens at Pioneers Arena in Nairobi, with some school-based sessions by arrangement.
We primarily train British Parliamentary and World Schools formats, the two most common on the Kenyan and East African circuits.
Yes, schools can register full debate teams for our league and championship events through the contact page.
No. Many students join purely to overcome anxiety about speaking in class, with no competition requirement.
Open the event page and use the registration form. You'll receive a confirmation once it's submitted.
Most events are open to any student or school; a few advanced competitions require a qualifying round first.
Some competitions carry a small entry fee to cover judging and venue costs, listed on that event's page.
Yes, a parent or guardian can complete the registration form on a student's behalf.
You'll see an on-screen confirmation, and our team follows up directly with next steps.
No. Orders are finalized over WhatsApp, where our team confirms availability and payment details directly with you.
Some items, like notebooks, can be lightly customized — ask when you reach out via WhatsApp.
Yes, we arrange countrywide delivery through courier partners; delivery cost is confirmed over WhatsApp before payment.
Nairobi orders typically arrive within 2 to 3 days; upcountry delivery can take up to a week.
It lets our small team confirm stock and answer sizing or scheduling questions directly, rather than leaving you waiting on an automated order.
Not yet — a team member will reply to confirm availability and arrange payment before the order is finalized.
We occasionally run regional workshops; check the events page or contact us to ask about your area.
Reach out through the contact page — we work with schools on everything from single workshops to full-term programmes.