TEAM UGANDA REIGNS SUPREME AT ASICC 2025 WITH MULTIPLE MEDALS
Dates: 22nd – 29th May 2025
Venue: Pride Inn Paradise Resort & Spa, Mombasa
Uganda’s junior chess players delivered a stellar performance at the 2025 African Schools Individual Chess Championship (ASICC), held from May 22 to 28 at the Pride Inn Paradise Resort & Spa in Mombasa, Kenya. Competing across six age categories (Under-7 to Under-17), the Ugandan contingent secured multiple medals, showcasing the nation’s youth chess growth.
Uganda sent a strong contingent of talented young chess players to the 2025 African Schools Individual Chess Championships held in Mombasa, Kenya. Players participated across all age groups from Under 7 to Under 17, with representatives in both Open and Girls categories.
The team stayed at the official event accommodations: Pride Inn Flamingo, Pride Inn Paradise Resort, and Reef Hotel. They competed under strict FIDE regulations, with the standard time control of 90 minutes for 40 moves + 30 minutes for the rest of the game and 30-second increments from move one.
Team Uganda proudly won multiple Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals, further cementing the country’s reputation as an emerging chess powerhouse in Africa
Asaba Juliet (1726), a prodigy from the Kampala Talented Learning Center (KTLC) and reigning 2025 Uganda Open Ladies Champion, dominated the U15 Girls category. She achieved a a score of 8/9 , clinching the gold medal and reaffirming her status as one of Africa’s most formidable young players win her category with a round to spare
Daniel Odokonyero from Uganda (1661) demonstrated greatness in the U13 Open category, earning a silver medal with a commendable 7.5 points.
In the U11 Open category, Ronald Wabwire delivered an outstanding performance, finishing unbeaten and clinching the bronze medal with 7.5 / 9. As the pre-tournament favorite, his consistent display of skill highlighted the strength and depth of Uganda’s emerging chess talent in the middle age brackets.
Young talent Tumusiime Francis made a significant impact in the U9 Open category, securing a silver medal through consistent and focused play.
In the U15 Open category, Muhirwa Alvin displayed resilience and tactical acumen, earning a bronze medal.
Suhana Anil Yadav (1667) achieved a strong finish in the U15 Girls category, securing the bronze medal with a solid 7/9 score.
Uganda’s youngest players also made their mark:
- U8 Girls: Janelle Rovenna Nyakato Aturinda and Julian Royina Nyangoma Aturinda showcased promising talent.
- U7 Open: Players like Bigisha Garry Noah, Kagoda Mwesigwa Aaron, Kiggundu Ernest Ssengero, Matayo Barigye, and Mulema Sean Wavamunno demonstrated potential for future success.
hess enthusiasts can revisit the thrilling matches and strategic plays from the championship through the official broadcast:
👉 Watch the 2025 African Schools Individual Chess Championship
some of the notable games
The impressive performances at the 2025 ASICC underscore Uganda’s commitment to nurturing young chess talent. With dedicated training programs and support from institutions like the Uganda Chess Federation, the future of Ugandan chess looks promising on both continental and global stages
Dates: 22nd – 29th May 2025
Venue: Pride Inn Paradise Resort & Spa, Mombasa
Organized by: Chess Kenya Federation under the auspices of the African Chess Confederation (ACC) and the World Chess Federation (FIDE)
Official Website for Results:www.chess-results.com
Credit Were Samuel,
photo Credit : Chess Kenya
