The University of Lagos, UNIBEN & Chess in Slums Africa Triumph at the Ecobank...
Over the weekend, the National Schools Chess Championship sponsored by Ecobank Nigeria, which held at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC) in...
Chess Development: Queen’s Gambit Chess Club and Ogbonge Chess Empowerment Initiatives Join Forces
It is exciting that the community of chess is advancing and developing as a chess club named Queen’s Gambit (QGCC) recently formed...
African Individual Chess Games: Jesse February Makes History as a Two-Time African Chess Champion
WIM Jesse Nikki February made history by winning in the African Individual Chess Championship women category, becoming the first South African female...
Young Malagasies Chess Champions: Aina Tsinjoviniavo and FY Antenaina Make History at the 13th...
In a groundbreaking moment, 12-year-old Aina Mahasambatra Tsinjoviniavo made a lasting mark on chess history during the 13th African Games. Teaming up...
Nigeria’s Deborah Quickpen Shines Again: DQ finishes in the 3rd position at the National...
Deborah Ebimobo-Ere, fondly known as DebbyQuick, has once again proven her strength in the world of chess. Fresh from her outstanding performance...
Rising Stars: Chizoba Treasure Nzeako Leads the Charge at the 2024 Nigeria National Chess...
The 2024 Nigeria National Chess Championship Qualifiers (Women) served as a crucial event in Nigerian chess, aimed at selecting players to participate...
Victorious Champions: FM Joseph Mwale and Trapence Caroline Emerges at the 2024 Malawi National...
The 2024 Malawi National Chess Championship witnessed an exciting demonstration of strategic skills at the Bingu International Convention Centre in Lilongwe, capping...
Reflections by Dr. Lyndon Bouah: Highlights from the 2024 SA Closed Chess Championship and...
The SA Closed Chess Championship, a prestigious event held at the Newlands Cricket Ground ended on the 2nd of April, 2024. Dr....
The Chess Torch Relay: FIDE Celebrates its 100th year anniversary in Africa
The global Chess Torch Relay, marking FIDE's centenary celebrations, has now reached the African continent after setting off from India. This significant...
2024 Olympiad Trials Spotlight: FM Eyetonghan Callistus Dazzled Everyone
FM Eyetonghan Callistus dominated the Male Chess Olympiad Trials 2024, securing first place with an impressive score of 9.5 points. The tournament,...
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Abdulrahman Abdulraheem Akintoye and Toritsemuwa Ofowino Crowned 2025 Zone 4.2 Chess Champions in Lagos
The 2025 Zone 4.2 West Africa Chess Championship in Lagos delivered an exciting finish in both the Open and Women’ssections. Fans witnessed clutch final-round...
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The recently concluded Niger Delta Sports Festival was more than just a celebration of athleticism, it was a statement. Bayelsa State...
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The Africa Zone 4.2 Chess Championship is a significant regional event, featuring both Open and Women’s categories, and is part of the...