Uganda Chess
Chess in Uganda is more than just a sport—it’s seen as a tool for:
- Education: Enhancing critical thinking, problem-solving, and discipline among students.
- Community Building: Clubs and schools use chess to foster teamwork and mentorship.
- Youth Empowerment: Hosting youth championships highlights Uganda’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of thinkers and leaders.
Our Stories
The 17th African Youth Chess Championships have truly found their stride at the Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel. Following a grand…
The wait is finally over. Today, May 14th, the shores of Lake Victoria became the epicenter of strategic brilliance as…
Checkmate in Mbarara: A Historic Milestone for the 35th Father Grimes Chess Championship The Ugandan school sports calendar just witnessed…
Photo Credit: Ivan Mukuye The 35th edition of the Father Grimes Chess Championship has officially kicked off, marking a historic…
The King and Queen of Katwe Return: Highlights!!! Photo Credit: Ivan Mukuye The atmosphere at the SOM Chess Academy in…
Grandmasters Reign and Rising Stars Shine at the 2026 Mavens Open in Nairobi The KICC Delegates Hall in Nairobi was…