Mabogo Dinku Trust

Mabogo Dinku Trust Mabogo Dinku Trust is a non-government organization in Botswana that empowers youth through debate, public speaking and civic engagement programs.

🎉 PDL CHAMPIONSHIPS SPONSORSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT 🎊The Phikwe Debate is very excited to announce Ramaphane Law Group 📚👨🏾‍⚖️ ...
30/05/2026

🎉 PDL CHAMPIONSHIPS SPONSORSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT 🎊

The Phikwe Debate is very excited to announce Ramaphane Law Group 📚👨🏾‍⚖️ as the first official sponsor for our upcoming Debate & Public Speaking Tournament.

The Gaborone based Law Group has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to initiatives centered on leadership development, access to justice, education, and community empowerment. Their support for platforms that invest in young people reflects an understanding that sustainable progress is built through both professional excellence and meaningful social impact.

The PDL Championships are intended to serve as a platform for critical thinking, public speaking, intellectual engagement, and leadership development among young people across the region. We are therefore pleased to have institutions such as the Ramaphane Law Group supporting this vision and contributing towards the growth of debate and youth discourse in Africa✍️✍️✍️

Phase 1 of registration remains open until 31 May 2026. Schools and debate clubs interested in participating are encouraged to submit slot requests here:
https://forms.gle/keczXHERvSQY3i4HA

16/05/2026

Botswana bids a final farewell to one of her greatest sons, Festus Mogae, the country's third President and one of ther architects of morden Botswana's economic stability and democratic credibility. Mogae is widley credited for entrenching fiscal prudence safegurading respect for the rule of law, and leading with humility and calm resolve, even during the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis that threatened the nations future.

His administration became known for disciplined economic management, strong institutions, and policies that positioned Botswana among Afric's most stable democracies.

Leading Botswana from 1998 to 2008, Mogae earned global admiration for steering the country through economic and public challenges with principled leadership. His legacy remains deeply tied to sound governance, intergrity in public office, and belief that leadership must always serve the people with dignity and restraint.

Good going Vice Chair Motlatsı Mogorosi 😌🔥Congratulations and all the best to your team😌
08/05/2026

Good going Vice Chair Motlatsı Mogorosi 😌🔥
Congratulations and all the best to your team😌

29/04/2026

Are you a debate/public speaking coach, patron, or team captain? Is your team interested in competing at the PDL Championships happening July 10th to 14th at Matshekge Hill School? Then follow these 4 simple steps to secure your spot and get your team tournament-ready.

The PDL Organizing Committee has made the registration process easy for you:
PHASE 1
STEP 1: Request Your Team Slots
You may fill in the google form below to tell us how many teams and participants you wish to attend the PDL Championships bring:
https://forms.gle/keczXHERvSQY3i4HA
Teams are advised that Phase 1 of the registration process is currently open and to ensure to indicate their interest as early as possible.
Deadline: 30 May 2026

STEP 2: Receive Your Personalized Invitation & Invoice
Within 24–48 hours of completing the form, you will receive an official & personalized invitation letter and invoice with all the key tournament details you’ll need to start preparing your team(s).

PHASE 2
STEP 3: Complete Individual Registration
Once your invoice is set up, we'll send you a link for individual registration. You and each of your teammates will fill this in so our Chief Adjudication Panel and Organizing Committee have everyone’s details ready.

STEP 4: Get Your Tournament Pack & Confirm Payment
You’ll receive your official tournament pack with the schedule, activity plan, and what to expect. You will then discuss payment plans for your team(s) directly with the Organizing Committee.
Early Registration Payment Deadline: 20 June 2026

NB: This tournament has 3 competition levels being Primary, Junior and Senior Schools and is open to both Private and Government Schools.

Stay Connected
Follow our pages for all tournament updates. For any questions, reach out to the Phikwe Debate League and Mabogo Dinku Trust team:
Mascom: 76795843
Orange:78766925
WhatsApp:74789504
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

We can't wait to host you and your team in July!📍🔥

Introducing our last CAP member for this year's Phikwe Debate League Championships. 📍🔥Lame is no stranger to the debatin...
23/04/2026

Introducing our last CAP member for this year's Phikwe Debate League Championships. 📍🔥

Lame is no stranger to the debating space. He has won many local tournaments and was a regular in the top ten best speakers. He has also been part of various tabulation teams at tournaments including:
*WUDC 2023,
*PAUDC 2021, 2022 and 2025,
*SAUDC 2022–2023, among others.

When he is not tabbing, Lame can be seen exploring economics or international relations motions in various adjudication cores. Notably, he has been part of the Chief Adjudication Panels for ASDC 2023, Jozi Rumble 2026, and AWSDC 2026.

Rest assured, your scores and all that he is entrusted with will be kept safe, because Lame is excellent at what he does.

Introducing our Deputy Chief Adjudicator for this year's Phikwe Debate League Championships. 🔥🎬Nomthandazo Ncube is a fi...
23/04/2026

Introducing our Deputy Chief Adjudicator for this year's Phikwe Debate League Championships. 🔥🎬

Nomthandazo Ncube is a first year law student at the University of Botswana and a passionate community and youth leader dedicated to empowering young people through dialogue and leadership. She is an accomplished debater and public speaker with a growing reputation on the varsity debate circuit.

Her notable achievements include being a Finalist at the Boipuso Open 2025, Winner of the Boipuso Open Debate Tournament, and 2nd Runner-Up at the Scholastica Public Speaking Tournament. Beyond competing, serving as a Semi-Finalist Judge at the P**a Schools Debating Championship.

Outside of debate, Nomthandazo is a committed student leader and political enthusiast who enjoys engaging in meaningful conversations about society, leadership, and change. Known for her vibrant personality and positive energy, she is ultimately a fun soul to be around bringing both intellect and a little bit of fun wherever she goes.

Introducing our Chief Adjudicator for Public Speaking at this year's Phikwe Debate League Championships, Motlatsi S Mogo...
16/04/2026

Introducing our Chief Adjudicator for Public Speaking at this year's Phikwe Debate League Championships, Motlatsi S Mogorosi.🔥

Motlatsi Mogorosi is a criminal justice graduate and law student with an unshakable passion for youth leadership and social justice. She is a seasoned debater and public speaker who has flown Botswana’s flag high on some of the continent’s biggest stages.

Debate & Public Speaking Accolades
-Champion & 4th Best Speaker – Southern African Universities Debate Championships (2021)
-Champion- Change Africa Debates 2020
- Quarterfinalist (x2) – Pan-African Universities Debate Championship

Motlatsi has also served as
-Co convener of P**a African Schools Speaking Championships 2025
-Chief Adjudicator at Boipuso Open 2025
-Chief Adjudicator at the Botswana Annual Schools Debate Championships

Beyond the debating stage, Motlatsi:
-Teaches public speaking at Legae Academy, mentoring Botswana’s next generation of orators.
-Serves as Vice Chairperson of Mabogo Dinku Trust, advancing debate and public speaking opportunities for young people.
-Serves as Deputy Director of Active and Human, an NGO educating youth on politics and democracy.

Introducing our Chief Adjudicator for Debate at this year's Phikwe Debate League Championships.💪🏽🔥Elson currently serves...
15/04/2026

Introducing our Chief Adjudicator for Debate at this year's Phikwe Debate League Championships.💪🏽🔥

Elson currently serves as a member of Debaters Without Borders and University of Botswana Debate Masters Association. His vast experience in both World Schools Debate Championships' style and British Parliamentary style enables him to serve as an Adjudicator, Coach and Mentor in the oratory space locally and beyond.

Some of his notable adjudication achievements are:

2026 Bulawayo Schools Debate Rumble - Deputy Chief Adjudicator

2025 Orate Africa Championships - Shadow Deputy Chief Adjudicator

2025 Boipuso Open Tournament - Co-Chief Adjudicator

2025 Africa Top Universities Championship - Adjudicator

2024 Southern Africa Universities Debate Championship - Breaking Adjudicator

2023 & 2024 All Schools Debate Championships - Finals Adjudicator

OPPORTUNITY ALERT: JOIN MABOGO DINKU TRUST AS AN ADJUDICATOR As part of the Phikwe Debate League, you’ll:1. Be deployed ...
09/04/2026

OPPORTUNITY ALERT: JOIN MABOGO DINKU TRUST AS AN ADJUDICATOR

As part of the Phikwe Debate League, you’ll:
1. Be deployed as adjudicators for the league’s debate tournaments, starting with the first rounds scheduled for the 10th & 14th July 2026.
2. Join a thriving network of international debaters & adjudicators.
3. Have opportunities to become debate coaches on a merit basis, with placements in Junior and Senior
Schools in the SPEDU Region.
Requirements:
✅Former debating experience (Primary, Junior, Senior & Tertiary).
✅Complete a mandatory entrance survey to gauge your debate experience and knowledge.
✅Attend 6 online training sessions (1–1.5 hours each) via platforms like Zoom, Discord, or Google Meet.
✅Pass a mandatory Adjudicator Test at the end of the training sessions, evaluating a live debate and
answering related questions.
BEING BASED IN THE SPEDU REGION WILL BE AN ADDED ADVANTAGE FOR PLACEMENT

Why Join?
Be part of the resuscitation of the debate culture in the SPEDU Region.
Gain access to participate in local & regional(SADC) debate competitions
Gain valuable coaching and adjudication experience.

📅Applications close: 23rd April 2026
Follow this link to register
https://forms.gle/BNiFQfVbMuBhCnJn9

Address

Gaborone

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+26776677642

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