Teemane Oratory Academy

03/04/2026

University of Botswana_Official are you ready for an exciting debate on sexual health and reproductive health rights ? 🤔

The Medical Clinic, University of Botswana (UB Clinic ) in collaboration with Teemane Oratory Academy presents PROTECTION IS POWER debate competition, this competition is amied to raise awareness on SHRH issues amongst University Students in an entertaining and thought provocative maner.

Come witness powerful young voices go head to head as they tackle issues on sexual and reproductive health rights.
Expect bold ideas, inspiring arguments and an unforgettable experience you dont want to miss!!!

Date: 10 April 2026
Time: 14:00hrs
Venue: UB Clinic

To register, contact: +267 71 578 888

01/04/2026

Following highly competitive rounds of national trials, we are proud to announce the exceptional debaters who will progress to the next stage of the WSDC Botswana National Debate Team selection process, which is an intensive selection camp scheduled for the 17th to 19th April 2026.

From this group, only 5 will ultimately be selected to represent Botswana at the World Schools Debating Championships in Nairobi, Kenya, taking place from the 14th to 24th July 2026.

We would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to Toshiba Botswana and University of Botswana_Official for their invaluable support in advancing oratory development in Botswana. Your commitment is helping shape the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and changemakers.

As we continue on this journey, we call upon more organizations and partners to come on board and support this mission. Together, we can make this dream a reality, not just for these students, but for the future of Botswana.

12/03/2026

10/03/2026

08/03/2026

Road to Kenya 🇰🇪 | Debate Trials Day 1

The journey has officially begun. Yesterday marked our first round of debate trials as we start the selection process for the team that will represent the WSDC Botswana National Debate Team at the World Schools Debating Championships which will be held in Nairobi Kenya this July.

This first batch captures the team moments and briefing session, where strategies start forming, nerves settle in, and the real work begins. Every great performance starts with preparation.

More moments from the trials coming soon. Stay tuned as the journey unfolds.

07/03/2026

The wait is over. Today, Gaborone becomes the arena of ideas as the WSDC Botswana National Debate Team Trials officially kick off.

Over 300 of the country’s brightest young debaters have stepped forward… but in the end only 5 will rise to earn the honour of representing Botswana on the global stage at the World Schools Debate Championship which will be held in Nairobi, Kenya.

Arguments will clash.
Ideas will ignite.
Voices will rise.

And from this intense journey, starting today in Gaborone and continuing next week in Palapye a team of champions will emerge.

🎤 300 registered.
⚡ Countless brilliant arguments.
🇧🇼 Only 5 will wear the national colours.

Let the battle of minds begin.

22/02/2026

The just ended public speaking workshop we hosted in collaboration with the University of Botswana Work Camps Association, was a beautiful session to join. It wasn’t just about learning how to speak well, it was about finding courage, trusting one’s voice, and showing up authentically.

We watched hesitation turn into confidence, silence turn into expression, and fear turn into growth. Each contribution, each question, each brave step forward reminded us that when young people are given the right space, their potential speaks for itself.

We are grateful for everyone who was part of this journey. This is the work. This is the impact.

18/02/2026

Teemane Oratory Academy, in collaboration with the University of Botswana Workcamps Association-BUWA, is excited to announce a Public Speaking Workshop designed to sharpen your voice, confidence, and presence!

📅 Date: Saturday, 21st February 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Venue: University of Botswana

Whether you’re a student, young professional, or simply passionate about becoming a better communicator, this workshop is for you. Expect practical tools, engaging exercises, and real growth.

Register here: https://forms.gle/UepvAm7ZUAzV2TbQ9

Come ready to speak up, stand out, and own your voice. See you there! 💬✨

11/02/2026

CALLING ALL YOUNG DEBATERS!

Do you have what it takes to wear the national colors and represent Botswana on the world stage?

Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026 Botswana WSDC National Debate Team Trials, the team that will represent our country at the World Schools Debating Championship (WSDC) in Nairobi, Kenya 🇰🇪 from the 14–24 July 2026.

This is your chance to sharpen your voice, challenge your thinking, and compete with the best school debaters in the world.

🗓 Trial Dates & Locations
📍 Gaborone – 7 March 2025
📍 Francistown – 14 March 2025
📍 Serowe – 14 March 2025
📍 Maun – 21 March 2025

👥 Who Can Register?
✔ Debaters aged 14–19 years
✔ School teams and individual debaters welcome

💳 Registration Fee
BWP 150 per individual

Whether you're already a fierce competitor or ready to step into your debating journey, this is your moment. Step up. Speak out. Represent Botswana. 🇧🇼✨

📞 For more information, contact : +267 7600 9542

24/01/2026

Today, we celebrate the power of education to transform lives and shape a better future. At Teemane Oratory Academy, education is more than the classroom, it is about unlocking confidence, critical thinking, and leadership in every learner.

In line with SDG 4: Quality Education, Teemane is committed to ensuring inclusive, equitable, and skills based learning for young people from junior school to university level. Through public speaking, debating, leadership development, and soft skills training, we equip learners with the tools to think boldly, speak confidently, and compete globally.

We believe every child has a voice worth hearing and a mind worth sharpening.
💎 Teemane Oratory Academy ~ The Home of Intellectual Diamonds.

23/10/2025

On the 11th of October, the University of Botswana was transformed into a haven of rhythm, emotion, and connection as Teemane Oratory Academy hosted its Poetry Night — an evening that reminded us of the true power of words. 💭🔥

Through poetry, we didn’t just perform , we built community.
Each verse, each line, and each heartfelt story became a thread weaving people together in empathy, understanding, and shared purpose. 💬🤝

At Teemane, we believe in the magic of words — their power to heal, to connect, and to create spaces where young voices rise and communities grow stronger. 🌍❤️

🎬 Relive the magic.
Here’s a glimpse of how we used words to build communities.

09/10/2025

The stage is set, the mic is waiting, and the vibe is strictly Old School! This Saturday, 11th October 2025, from 6PM to 10PM, join us at the Business Block Foyer at the University of Botswana for a night of poetry, rhythm, and nostalgia like no other.

Expect soul-stirring performances, old school beats, and a vibe that will take you back while keeping you rooted in the present. Snacks and refreshments will be available to keep the energy flowing, and yes it’s absolutely free!

Come dressed in your best old school fit, bring your crew, and let’s share an evening of words, music, and vibes