WELCOME TO
Gauteng
Province
Chess
OFFICIAL GAUTENG CHESS HUB
Find Your Next Chess Opportunity
From upcoming tournaments to provincial news and important chess announcements, this is your starting point for Gauteng chess. Explore whatβs happening, find events to enter, and stay connected with the chess community across the province.
Active Players
Registered Chess Clubs
Chess Regions
THE GAUTENG CHESS FAMILY
Moments That Bring Us Together
Across Gauteng, chess is more than tournaments, results, and rankings β it is a community brought together by a shared love for the game.
From first moves to provincial pride, every event captures the energy, friendships, focus, and spirit that make Gauteng chess feel like a family.
THE HEART OF GAUTENG PROVINCE CHESS
Our Regions
Gauteng chess is built through its regions β the local communities where players learn, compete, grow, and stay connected. Each region plays an important role in developing chess across the province, from grassroots events to provincial participation.
Tshwane Chess
Jhb Metro Chess
West Rand Chess
Sedibeng Chess
Ekurhuleni Chess Association
Upcoming Tournaments in Gauteng
Ready to start your chess journey?
Find a club, choose a tournament, and get into the game. Tournaments are one of the quickest ways to gain experience, meet other players, build confidence, and become part of the Gauteng chess community.
Browse upcoming events, enter with confidence, and take your next move on the board.
Ekurhuleni Chess Fun Day & Rapid Chess Tournament 2026
*EKURHULENI CHESS FUN DAY & RAPID CHESS TOURNAMENT 2026π¨
Dear Parents and Players,
It is with regret that we inform you that the Ekurhuleni Chess Fun Day & Rapid Chess...
Ponziani Chess Open
Cash prizes and medals all up for grabs. Note that prize money will be adjust as per the organisers discretion if there are less than 15...
Gauteng Closed Chess Championships
The entries are in, and the countdown to 17 October is on! As players prepare for the Gauteng Closed, please take note of our NEW VENUE.
Your...
2026 GAUTENG INTER-REGION CHESS CHAMPIONSHIPS
Get ready, Gauteng β the trophy is up for grabs!
Be part of the excitement at one of Gautengβs biggest and most anticipated chess events, where approximately 1,200 players are expected to compete for regional pride.
Loved by players and families across the province, the Gauteng Inter-Region Chess Championships offer children the unforgettable experience of representing their region, supporting their teammates and competing on a truly grand stage.
Give your child the opportunity to be part of it.
News & Updates
Stay connected with Gauteng Chess
Follow the latest news, tournament highlights, player achievements, announcements, and stories from across the province. This is where we share important updates, celebrate memorable moments, and recognise the people and events shaping our chess community.
Keep up to date, stay involved, and be part of the Gauteng chess story.
Gauteng Inter-Region Chess Championships
Gens Una Sumus β We Are One Family
Gauteng stars at the 2026 SA Open Chess Championship
