Dates
EduGuard Debates · Ongoing
Pre-GUDC 2026
The Clash of Ideas Is Underway.
Pre-GUDC 2026 is currently underway from 7 to 9 August 2026, bringing speakers, adjudicators and debate communities together to compete, learn and grow.
Tournament Information
Pre-GUDC 2026 Is Live
Status
Ongoing
Debate Tab
Live Now
Public Speaking Tab
Live Now
Participation
Registered Participation at a Glance
Figures reflect the current official registers as of 9 August 2026. Debate speaker totals are registered speaker slots.
Debate Stream
44Registered teams
88Debate speaker slots
34Adjudicators
45Novice speaker entries
Public Speaking Stream
70Registered speakers
15Judges
10Institutions represented
Across Both Streams
158Competitor registrations
49Judging and adjudication roles
Live Tournament Tabs
Follow Pre-GUDC 2026 Live
Use the official tabs below to follow the debate and public-speaking competitions as they happen.
What to Expect
Pre-GUDC 2026 will continue the series as a serious preparation and development platform for Ghana's debate community.
- Challenging competitive debate
- Opportunities for emerging speakers
- Experienced adjudication and feedback
- Live public tournament records for debate and public speaking
Awards
Awards for Pre-GUDC 2026
To be awarded at the Opening Ceremony of UMAT GUDC in September 2026.
Cash Prize for both Debate Open and Novice Team Winners
Kumasi Debate Open (KDO) 2027 Sponsorship for Top 2 Debate Judges
Ama Atta Tournament 2027 Sponsorship for Top Public Speaking Speaker and Judge
Pre-GUDC 2026 Is Underway
Follow the official tournament tabs above for live records, or contact EduGuard Debates for further information.
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