Midrand High School’s debate team B emerged victorious at the Midrand YCPD’s Anti Crime School debate final
The intellectual maturity displayed by the debaters left a lasting impression on judges and spectators alike, fostering an environment of respect, understanding, and dialogue.
Midrand High School’s debate team B secured first place at the inaugural Midrand Youth Crime Prevention Desk’s Anti Crime School debate competition on October12 at Curro Midrand Sagewood High School.
The finals followed competitive rounds from September 17-19, leading to an engaging final event that highlighted the participants’ impressive performances.
The team showcased their debating skills and strategic thinking to claim the top position, while Midrand High team A followed closely in second place, demonstrating the school’s strong debating talent. Curro Sagewood earned third place and Christ Church Preparatory and College finished fourth.
This competition not only inspired spirited rivalry among learners but also helped instil vital skills in reasoning and logic that are essential in professional settings. Participants tackled thought-provoking topics such as LGBTQIA+ rights and legal systems, delivering their arguments with confidence and impressing both audience and judges.
Notable guests included Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, deputy minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth, and People with Disabilities, Amanda Hlatshwayo from the Department of Community Safety, and representatives from the Midrand police and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) to name a few.
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Letsike praised the youth desk’s initiatives and highlighted the importance of collaboration for a safer South Africa.
“Young people must find their purpose. It is crucial for you to redefine yourselves and be ready to be foot soldiers in the fight against crime and social challenges,” she said.
The ACFE views the anti-crime debate competition as an essential opportunity for learners to develop life skills that are beneficial for their future.
The learners demonstrated significant insight and maturity in their arguments, leading stakeholders to express pride in the event’s success.
The youth desk is already looking forward to future programmes aimed at nurturing these vital skills in the community.
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