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Ambassadeurs et Ambassadrices en Herbe – Zone Final at Groupe Scolaire Jean de La Fontaine

A Celebration of Eloquence and Global Citizenship: Ambassadeurs et Ambassadrices en Herbe – Zone Final at Groupe Scolaire Jean de La Fontaine Last week, Le Groupe Scolaire Jean de La Fontaine had the immense honour of hosting the Zone Final of the Ambassadeurs et Ambassadrices en Herbe competition – an event that brought together brilliant young minds from across the Southern and Eastern Africa region. Launched by the Agence pour l’Enseignement Français à l’Étranger (AEFE), this eloquence competition aims to develop public speaking skills from primary through secondary school, while nurturing cultural awareness, critical thinking, and multilingualism. Since its inception in 2012, the competition has grown to include both AEFE-accredited institutions and LabelFrancÉducation-certified programmes. A Diverse Gathering of Young Voices The 2025 edition was held under the theme “Francophonie – A Journey Through Time and Space”, encouraging students to explore the richness and evolution of French language and culture around the world. We welcomed 18 student participants and 8 accompanying staff members from: Lycée Français ABB de Luanda (Angola) Lycée Jules Verne de Johannesburg (South Africa) Lycée Français du Cap (South Africa) Lycée Français Blaise Pascal de Lubumbashi (DR Congo) The students, ranging from CM2 (Grade 6) to 2nde (Form 4), engaged in three stages of competition: Introduction in the Host Country’s Language Individual Speeches in French Live Team Debates on Global Issues A Panel of Distinguished Jurors The judging panel included high-level diplomats and educational officials: His Excellency Paul-Bertrand Barets, Ambassador of France to Zimbabwe Her Excellency Marcia Maro da Silva, Ambassador of Brazil to Zimbabwe His Excellency João Carmo Ataíde da Câmara, Ambassador of Portugal to Zimbabwe Mr. Florent Gayet and Mr. Fabien Debutte, AEFE representatives from France A Showcase of Excellence Our student representatives — Lulama Zamchiya, Maria Karla Pousa Perez, Sofia Caceres, and Sara Sangara — made us incredibly proud with their powerful speeches, thoughtful arguments, and confident presence. The event not only highlighted their eloquence but also celebrated their ability to think critically, speak diplomatically, and represent the values of a global citizen. A Cultural Exchange Beyond the Podium The students also enjoyed a guided tour of Harare’s city centre and shared meals inspired by French cuisine, provided by Café de Paris — adding a warm cultural touch to this academic event. As participants return to their countries, we reflect on a memorable event that showcased the power of language, the strength of youth leadership, and the spirit of the Francophone world.