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Zimbabwe to host Prestigious 2025 Africa Youth Chess Championship
The Zimbabwe Chess Federation is thrilled to announce that it will host the 2025 Africa Youth Chess Championship, marking a historic milestone for chess development on the continent and in Zimbabwe. This prestigious continental tournament will bring together the brightest young chess minds from across Africa, providing a platform for emerging talent to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level. About the ChampionshipThe Africa Youth Chess Championship is one of the most anticipated events on the African chess…
Minerva Zim Open Chess Tournament 2025
Tournament Details:Dates: August 20-24, 2025Main Venue: Joina City, Harare Development Section: Dominican Convent School What’s in Store: Exciting Competition: Face off against top players from Zimbabwe and beyond Sponsorship 10 000 USD National Qualification: Winners of the Minerva Zim Open who are Zimbabwean will automatically qualify to participate in the Nationals. Get Ready to Conquer: Mark Your Calendars: Don’t miss your chance to participate in Zimbabwe’s biggest Open chess tournament Stay Tuned: Follow us for updates on the tournament brochure,…
Mandizha to Represent Zimbabwe at 2025 FIDE Chess World Cup in India
This marks the World Cup’s return to India after 22 years, and Mandizha is set to compete against the world’s best chess players on this grand stage. Based in the USA, Mandizha is a seasoned competitor who has proudly represented Zimbabwe at multiple Chess Olympiads. His selection has been met with enthusiasm from the Zimbabwe Chess Federation (ZCF), which expressed full confidence in his ability to shine at the tournament. Agab Dozva, ZCF Communications and Public Relations Director, stated: “We…
Chess Arbiter Murimi Earns International Spotlight
SIMBARASHE Murimi, Zimbabwe’s international chess arbiter, has made history once again by being invited to officiate at the prestigious 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Hungary, set to take place in September. This comes as no surprise, as Murimi is currently the only Zimbabwean to hold the esteemed title of International Arbiter (IA), placing him amongst the world’s elite chess officials. IA Murimi’s impressive resume and extensive international experience have solidified his reputation as a competent and reliable arbiter. He has…
Mkanganwi bounces back as Zim Chess Patron
“The Zimbabwe Chess Federation (ZCF) is delighted to announce the appointment of Muchakanakirwa Mkanganwi as the chess patron of Zimbabwe following a unanimous resolution by the executive and commissions during their first meeting since the November 2024 elective congress. This appointment is a testament to Mkanganwi’s unwavering commitment to the development and promotion of chess in Zimbabwe, as well as his exceptional leadership and dedication to the sport,”
Chess boss calls it a day
ZIMBABWE Chess Federation President Muchakanakirwa Mkanganwi will not seek re-election at the upcoming general meeting set for early next month. The seasoned administrator, who has been at the helm of chess in this country for over three years, transformed the federation into one of the best-run associations in Zimbabwe as they have spacious offices at Joina City in Harare as well as engaging well with corporates for sponsorship. ZCF has been one of the most consistent federations and they held…
CBZ Boost For ZIM Chess
CBZ Boost For ZIM Chess The Zimbabwe chess fraternity received a major boost on Thursday as CBZ Red Sphere Finance announced its groundbreaking partnership with the Zimbabwe Chess Federation at a well-attended press conference held in Harare. This historic collaboration marks a significant milestone in the development of chess in the country. The partnership, officially unveiled at the press conference in Harare on Thursday, aims to ensure the success of the premier chess event on the national calendar. The announcement…
ZIM Chess Rating System Launches
ZIM Chess Consultancy Private Limited has officially announced the launch of ZIM Chess Rating, a new rating system designed for local chess tournaments. The initiative primarily aims to address the challenge of providing individual ratings for participants in school events, which has proven difficult using the internationally recognised FIDE rating system. The absence of a standardised rating system has long been a challenge in Zimbabwean chess, hindering the ability to objectively measure the performance and progress of players over time.…