Membership
Join the association
Apply online, pay securely or arrange manual payment, and receive your private affiliation code once your application is approved.
Why join
Be part of organised chess in Bulawayo
Affiliation with the Bulawayo Chess Association grants players, clubs and schools official recognition within the provincial chess structure. Members enjoy discounted tournament entry fees, inclusion in official provincial and national rating databases, access to BCA-sanctioned leagues and eligibility for provincial team selection.
Official activities
Take part in the association’s official activities as an affiliated member.
A voice in elections
Where your membership category carries voting rights, vote online in association elections.
Your FIDE ratings
Add your FIDE ID to link your official ratings, and choose whether to be listed as an affiliate.
Your club or school
Connect your membership to your club or school and be part of the city’s chess community.
How it works
Four simple steps
Apply online in a few minutes, then follow your application on its own private status page.
Select a category
Choose Senior, Junior, Club or School membership.
Register online
Complete the registration form below with verifiable player details.
Pay the affiliation fee
Pay the annual fee by bank transfer or EcoCash. Your application is processed within 48 hours of your payment being verified.
Activation
Receive your official BCA member ID and private affiliation code by e-mail. With a FIDE ID you are included in the provincial ratings roster.
Application form
Apply online
Online applications open soon
Affiliation categories and fees are being finalised by the association. Please check back shortly.