Happy New Year Chess Tournament 2026
Registration Form
Entry fees
| # | Payment Category | CKF Member (Ksh) | NON-CKF Member (Ksh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KES | 1000 | 1000 |
- Registration Deadline: 28/01/2026 1803 hrs
- Date of Event: 31/01/2026 0803 hrs
Kick off the new year with competitive chess at the Happy New Year Chess Tournament 2026, organized in partnership with Nakuru Chess Academy and Chess Kenya. This junior tournament is designed to give young players a great competitive experience in a friendly and well-structured environment.
📅 Date: Saturday, 31st January 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Venue: TBA
🧠 Tournament Format
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6 Rounds – Swiss Pairing
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Time Control: 25 minutes + 0 increment
👧🧒 Age Categories
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Under 7 (U7)
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Under 9 (U9)
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Under 11 (U11)
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Under 13 (U13)
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Under 15 (U15)
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Under 17 (U17)
🏆 Prizes & Awards
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Trophies for 1st, 2nd & 3rd positions in each category
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Special awards for:
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Best High School
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Best Primary School
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Best Chess Academy
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Shopping vouchers for teachers and parents
💰 Entry Fee
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KES 1,000 per participant
📝 Registration
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Registration Deadline: 21st January 2026 by 6:00 PM
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Payment: Via the Chess Kenya website registration link
📞 More Information
For inquiries and clarification, contact:
Dickson – 0706 602 626