THE University of Media Arts and Communication (UniMAC) has emerged winner of the 2026 Commonwealth Parliamentary Debate Competition, held at the Parliament House of Ghana in Accra on March 9, 2026.
The victory marks a major milestone for the university, Ghana’s only public institution dedicated to media, arts and communication studies.
The competition featured six universities: University of Ghana, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), University for Development Studies (UDS), Central University, University of Business and Integrated Development Studies (UBIDS), and UniMAC.
The motion debated was: “Ghana’s reputation as a beacon of democracy in the Commonwealth truly translates into real economic opportunities for its university graduates.”
UniMAC’s team was led by Titus Owusu Darko, a Level 400 Journalism student, who delivered the principal speech opposing the motion, and Precious Akos Agrobesa, a Level 400 Development Communication student, who supported the arguments with evidence and analysis.
The duo impressed judges and the audience with their confidence, strong reasoning and effective teamwork throughout the debate.
After three rounds of intense deliberations, UniMAC stood out for its well-researched arguments, persuasive delivery and clarity of thought, earning the university the overall winner’s title.
In recognition of their performance, the university received a cash prize of GH¢10,000, a commemorative plaque and medals of excellence.
Judges commended all participating universities for their depth of research, critical thinking and confidence during the debates. They encouraged students to continue engaging in academic discourse that promotes public speaking, analytical thinking and contributions to national development.
The Commonwealth Day Debate forms part of activities organised by Parliament to expose students to parliamentary procedures, legislative debate and democratic governance.
UniMAC’s victory highlights the university’s commitment to training confident communicators equipped to think critically and contribute to societal development.
BY TIMES REPORTER
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