Nairobi Chess Club

⏰ REGISTRATION CLOSES TODAY – 6PM

♟️ 16th Capablanca Cup (FIDE Rated)
📅 21–22 Feb 2026
📍 Goan Gymkhana Club, Nairobi

Sections: Elite • U1800 • U1600 • U1500/Unrated

💰 Entry: KES 3,000 - Non Members
KES 2,500 - NCC members

🏆 Cash prizes + trophies

Final call!
Register now:

Tournament Registration - Kenya Chess Masala Event Name; 16th Capablanca Cup Chess Championship Date; 21st and 22nd February 2026 Starting time; (see poster above). Registration Deadline; (see poster above) Registration fee; (see poster above) Tournament type; (see poster above). Categories; (see poster above)  

♟️ 16th Capablanca Chess Championship! FIDE Rated
📅 21–22 Feb 2026
📍 Goan Gymkhana Club, Nairobi

Sections: Elite • U1800 • U1600 • U1500
💰 Prizes to be won

♟️Registration Link:

https://kenyachessmasala.com/tournament-registrationRegister now: kenyachessmasala.com/tournament-registration



For Inquries, Whatsapp 0700261022

♟️ SIMUL DAY AT THE CLUB — WHAT A DAY!

An exciting chess simul featuring Peter Gilruth, one of our strongest players, taking on 8 club members at once.

Final score:
🏆 Peter Gilruth — 7 wins
🔥 Club Members — 1 win, claimed by Cosmas Mitei after an impressive fight on the board.

High-level games, intense positions, and plenty to learn from every move. Moments like these are exactly why our Saturdays are special.

If you want strong competition, real growth, and a chess community that pushes you to improve—come join us.

📍 We meet every Saturday
♟️ All levels welcome

♟️ Looking for a place to play, learn, and grow in chess?

2025 was full of energy, learning, and great games at Nairobi Chess Club — and we’re just getting started.

Every Saturday, we meet to:
• Play competitive and friendly games
• Solve puzzles and improve strategy
• Train juniors and adults at different levels
• Host mini-tournaments and themed sessions
• Build a strong, welcoming chess community

Whether you’re a beginner, returning player, or competitive enthusiast, there’s a seat for you at the board.

📍 Weekly Club Day: Every Saturday
♟️ Open to all ages & levels

Membership details are on the final slide.
Join us, sharpen your skills, and be part of Nairobi’s growing chess culture.

𝑺𝑷𝑬𝑪𝑰𝑨𝑳 𝑨𝑵𝑵𝑶𝑼𝑵𝑪𝑬𝑴𝑬𝑵𝑻

𝗧𝗜𝗧𝗟𝗘𝗗 𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗬𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗖𝗔𝗡 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘!

𝑶𝙣𝒍𝙞𝒏𝙚 𝙍𝒂𝙥𝒊𝙙 𝘾𝒉𝙚𝒔𝙨 𝙏𝒐𝙪𝒓𝙣𝒂𝙢𝒆𝙣𝒕

📅 18th January 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM (Kenya time)
💻 Played on Tornelo (FIDE-approved)

♟️ 7 rounds | ⏱️ 10 minutes + 2 seconds
🏆 Multiple prizes to be won

💰 Entry Fee: KES 600
📲 M-PESA Paybill: 910200
Account: 2140014265

📝 Register here:
https://kenyachessmasala.com/tournament-registration

For queries Whatsapp +49 173 6734046

5 DAYS TO GO! Don’t miss out!

📅 18th January 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM (Kenya time)
💻 Played on Tornelo (FIDE-approved)

♟️ 7 rounds | ⏱️ 10+2 time control
🏆 Multiple prizes to be won

💰 Entry Fee: KES 600
📲 M-PESA Paybill: 910200
Account: 2140014265

📝 Register here:
https://kenyachessmasala.com/tournament-registration

EVENT IS OPEN TO ALL

For queries Whatsapp +49 173 6734046

*NAIROBI CHESS CLUB IN COLLABORATION WITH INTERNATIONAL IOCA ONLINE RAPID CHESS TOURNAMENT*

You are invited to take part in the *Indian Ocean Chess Rapid Online (IOCA) tournament*, an international online event approved for official online events *open to all players*

📅 Date: 18th January 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM (Kenya time)
💻 Platform: Tornelo (FIDE-approved).

Tournament Details:

7 rounds (Open event)

Time control: 10 minutes + 2 seconds increment

Multiple prizes to be won, including prizes sponsored by Chess King

💰 Entry Fee: KES 600
📲 Payment (M-PESA):

Paybill: 910200
Account: 2140014265

📝 Registration Link:
https://kenyachessmasala.com/tournament-registration

For queries, WhatsApp +49 173 6734046

This event is open to all!

Congratulations to 𝐖𝐂𝐌 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐲𝐚, crowned 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻, driving away with a brand-new car and 𝐅𝐌 𝐉𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐲𝐮, the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲, also winning a brand-new car!

Kenya National Chess Championship, Crowning of the Winners.

Closing Ceremony. Watch Live on the link below.

https://www.youtube.com/live/TUzjxZYgmWY?si=sacPKOSKivGvDLq8

The Car(s) Number Plates are ready, Today, two people will drive away with two new cars.

Kenya National Chess Championship 2025

Round Eleven Live Games. Follow the link below or copy paste in your browser

https://lichess.org/broadcast/kenya-national-chess-championship-2025/round-11/NMF2Dm8E

2026 Chess Club registration is OPEN!

Don’t miss out on tournaments, training, and weekly games.

Secure your spot, sharpen your skills, and be part of another exciting year of chess.

For queries, Whatsapp us on 0700261022