Posts from October 2025 (Page 5)
FIDE announces the list of players at the 2025 Grand Swiss
The Grand Swiss is one of the most significant tournaments in the chess calendar, also serving as a pathway to the Candidates tournament. The 11-round Swiss format tournament will see 172 players take part – 116 in the Open and 56 in the Women’s tournament. As per regulations, the top two qualifiers in both the Open and the Women’s competition will qualify for the 2026 Candidates tournament, where the challenger for the title of World Champion will be determined. Apart…
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…