Question 1

What is ChessMasters?

Accepted Answer

ChessMasters is Africa's largest annual school chess tournament, designed to equip students with critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Question 2

Who is organizing ChessMasters

Accepted Answer

ChessMasters is a collaboration between KEY academy and Eko Hotel & Suites.

Question 3

When and Where is the tournament taking place?

Accepted Answer

ChessMasters 2026 was held on Saturday, 2 May 2026 at Eko Hotels & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The 2027 edition date and venue will be announced in due course. Follow our social media platforms for updates.

Question 4

What makes ChessMasters different from other chess tournaments?

Accepted Answer

ChessMasters is more than a tournament, it’s a movement. It makes chess accessible to students from all backgrounds while promoting 21st-century skills.

Question 5

How many schools and participants are involved?

Accepted Answer

ChessMasters 2026 featured 150 schools and 750 students. We look forward to welcoming even more schools in 2027.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

A detailed set of answers to the most common questions about ChessMasters. For 2026-specific information, please note that the tournament has now concluded. For information on the 2027 edition, stay tuned for updates.

What is ChessMasters?

Who is organizing ChessMasters

When and Where is the tournament taking place?

What makes ChessMasters different from other chess tournaments?

How many schools and participants are involved?

Still cannot find an answer to your question?
Please contact us

info@chessmasters.org

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

A detailed set of answers to the most common questions about ChessMasters. For 2026-specific information, please note that the tournament has now concluded. For information on the 2027 edition, stay tuned for updates.

What is ChessMasters?

Who is organizing ChessMasters

When and Where is the tournament taking place?

What makes ChessMasters different from other chess tournaments?

How many schools and participants are involved?

Still cannot find an answer to your question? Please contact us info@chessmasters.org

Still cannot find an answer to your question?
Please contact us

info@chessmasters.org