07/01/2026
Thank you so much Zimbabwe Chess Federation. As a club from the peripheries we really appreciate your support for the development of chess in the grassroots.
ZimChess to the world!
On behalf of the Zimbabwe Chess Federation (ZCF), I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support throughout 2025.
It was a landmark year for Zimbabwean chess, marked by historic achievements that would not have been possible without your partnership.
Together, we successfully hosted the flagship of ACC 16th African Youth Chess Championship in Harare, at Convent School and Cresta hotels providing a continental stage for our rising stars. Participants of the AYCC had a story to tell about Zimbabwe hospitality.
We also witnessed record-breaking participation in its largest tournament held in Zimbabwe the Minerva Zimbabwe Open which witnessed its largest participants by and large of approximately 400 participants.
ZCF successfully held the CABS Candidates Chess Tournament at CBD in Bulawayo, The CBZ Nationals at CBZ Head offic, Crystal Candy Schools Chess Championships and celebrated the international success of our players and the certification of new FIDE International Arbiter and numerous Chess Fide arbiters
Your commitment has been the "grandmaster move" behind our success.
As we look toward 2026, we are excited to build on this momentum, focusing on grassroots development, inclusivity, and technical excellence.
We look forward to another year of winning strategies and shared victories.
ZCF thanks Gvt, ministry of Sport, SRC, partners, sponsors, affiliates, fans, players, parents, executive members and employees for an exciting 2025.
ZCF wishes you a prosperous and successful 2026.
Yours in Chess
Todd Mapingire
ZCF President
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