Open
Bulawayo Chess Open Tournament
- 31 Oct 2026 – 1 Nov 2026
- Agape College
- 60 min per player (Development Section: 15 min)
Open for entriesUSD 10.00
Bulawayo Chess Association
Chess in the City of Kings.
The Bulawayo Chess Association (BCA) is the official governing body for chess across Bulawayo Province. We promote, develop and organise competitive chess for players of all ages and skill levels, from grassroots school programmes to championship tournaments.
Tournaments & events
Next on the board
Explore upcoming local, provincial and national chess competitions hosted in Bulawayo.
- Tournaments organised
- 1
- FIDE-rated players in Zimbabwe
- 365
About the association
Every great game starts with a single move
Founded to foster critical thinking, discipline and sportsmanship, the Bulawayo Chess Association unites players across the region. We provide structured leagues, open tournaments and youth training programmes to nurture local talent and elevate chess throughout Zimbabwe. Whether you are a beginner learning the ranks or a seasoned master preparing for national honours, BCA offers a vibrant community and a clear pathway for competitive growth.
- Tournaments for every level
- Clubs, schools and junior chess
- Official FIDE ratings
Latest updates
Chess news & announcements
From the Zimbabwe Chess Federation
- Zimbabwe Chess Federation Report: 2026 FIDE Chess Olympiad - Samarkand, UzbekistanThe Zimbabwe Chess Team is back home after two weeks of intense competition at the 2026 FIDE Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The final delegation landed safely at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport on Tuesday, 29 September 2026, in the evening, led by the Team Captain and Head of Delegation, Mr Kudakwashe Sibanda. The first part of the delegation had safely landed on Monday 28 September 2026. While Team Zimbabwe did not secure a team prize, both teams put up...
- Zimbabwe Chess Receives Prestigious FIDE Kick Starter AwardZimbabwe Chess received international recognition after being honoured with the prestigious Kick starter Award at the 2026 FIDE Year of Chess in Education Awards, recognising the country's progress and commitment to promoting and expanding Chess in Education (CIE). The award was presented to Zimbabwe Chess Federation (ZCF) President Mr Todd Mapingire at the FIDE Chess in Education Summit in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, by FIDE Deputy President Viswanathan Anand and FIDE Management Board Chairperson Mrs Dana Reizniece Ozola on behalf of International...
- Congratulations Tapiwa Jele (CM)The Zimbabwe Chess Federation is proud to congratulate Tapiwa Jele on attaining the Candidate Master (CM) title at the 2026 FIDE Chess Olympiad held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. This achievement is even more special as it was Tapiwa's maiden appearance at the Chess Olympiad, where he represented the nation with great pride on the world stage. For the 2025 Zimbabwe National Chess Champion, this title was long overdue and is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and consistent performance over...
Gallery
Life on and off the board
Moments from recent championships, youth academies and community chess events.
Governance
Executive committee
Meet the leadership team driving chess administration and growth in Bulawayo.
Chairman
Dr Liberty Moyo
Secretary General
Thaddeus Ndebele
Director of Finance
Blessing Ndlovu
Director of Communications
Brandon Moyo
Get involved
Join the Bulawayo chess community
Becoming a member of the Bulawayo Chess Association connects you to official provincial ratings, organised league play and structured coaching networks. Choose the membership category that fits your journey and start competing today.