Hisense Chess Tournament 2024 Kicks Off in Kampala

Happening at the Arirang Hotel & Restaurant is the 3rd edition of the Hisense Chess Tournament which has officially kicked off for the two days competition began. This will run until July 28th. The event, organized by Hisense Uganda, the official partner of UEFA EURO 2024, features five age categories: U10, U12, U14, U16, and U18. With a time control of 45 minutes per game plus an additional 10 seconds per move for recording, the matches promise to be intense and fast-paced. The Hisense Chess Tournament has quickly become a significant annual event in Uganda’s chess calendar. This year, the tournament has attracted a record number of participants, highlighting the growing popularity of chess among the youth. The students, each paying an entry fee of UGX 50,000, are competing not only for the love of the game but also for an array of fantastic prizes. Hisense has spared no expense in ensuring that the prizes are both attractive and motivating. Up for grabs are: 50″ TV screens RD270 fridges 25-liter microwaves H50 smartphones The event is being overseen by FA/FI Sonko Mathias Allan, ensuring that everything runs smoothly. The tournament kicked off with a brief opening ceremony where organizers and...