Darien Kigen and Mali Mugo will lead a team of 36 chess players who will represent Kenya in Africa Chess Championships, scheduled for July 2024 in South Africa.
From intense matches and strategic maneuvers at the Mang’u High School, a select group of standout players emerged, earning the honour of representing Kenya on the continental stage.
The playoffs served as a rigorous platform where young chess talents showcased their skills and determination, elevating the standards of competition in the national youth chess scene
Chess Kenya President Bernard Wanjala is now rallying for support as the national chess team gears up for the upcoming Africa Championship.
“With the tournament on the horizon it is important that we give the team all the support needed from all quarters to ensure we succeed on the continental stage. Support by the government is particularly important in facilitating logistics such as processing travel tickets through the Ministry,” said Wanjala.
Nathaniel Manyeki and his sister Winnie Kaburo scored 27 and garnered 24 points respectively to win the Under-10 categories.
Jadon Simiyu and Chebet Staicy led in Under-12 categories as Kyle Kuka hit 27 points to secure a top spot in the Under-14. Shukri Shakira managed 22 points in the same category.
By Moses Ngige