Prison chess players from Zimbabwe will compete online against others in Africa on May 13. Both male and female teams practice hard for the FIDE tournament, where people behind bars play across borders. They use
Prison leaders called chess a tool for change as players rebuilt themselves through gameplay. Partners gave mobile data to help teams practice online before matches started. Officers already run tournaments inside jails where prisoners play against guards. The event allowed three teams from each country, but Zimbabwe entered only two adult groups this time. Every chess move represents hope for people seeking fresh starts despite past mistakes.
Chess.com ten minutes per game and extra seconds for each move. The games build thinking skills that help inmates prepare for life after release. Players face rivals from Ghana and Malawi during the continental event.Prison leaders called chess a tool for change as players rebuilt themselves through gameplay. Partners gave mobile data to help teams practice online before matches started. Officers already run tournaments inside jails where prisoners play against guards. The event allowed three teams from each country, but Zimbabwe entered only two adult groups this time. Every chess move represents hope for people seeking fresh starts despite past mistakes.
