ABOUT US
At Africanfisher Chess, our mission is to elevate chess in Africa by promoting professionalism, excellence, and inclusivity. We believe that chess has the power to transform lives, communities, and societies, and we are committed to harnessing this power to drive positive change across the continent.
Our Vision
Our vision is of an Africa where chess is a vibrant and integral part of the cultural fabric, where players of all levels and backgrounds can thrive, and where the game is a catalyst for education, social mobility, and economic empowerment.
Our Objectives
To achieve our mission and vision, we have set the following objectives:
1. Promote Professionalism: We will work to raise the standards of chess in Africa by promoting professionalism among players, coaches, and officials. This will involve providing training and development opportunities, securing additional sponsorships to support an increased number of chess tournaments, and encouraging best practices.
2. Develop Chess Infrastructure: We will support the development of chess infrastructure across Africa, including the establishment of chess clubs, leagues, and tournaments. This will help to create more opportunities for players to compete, learn, and grow.
3. Increase Participation: We will work to increase participation in chess across Africa, with a particular focus on underrepresented groups such as women, girls, and players from disadvantaged backgrounds.
4. Foster Collaboration: We will foster collaboration and cooperation among chess stakeholders across Africa, including national chess federations, clubs, and players. This will help to promote a sense of community and shared purpose.
5. Celebrate African Chess Excellence: We will celebrate African chess excellence by showcasing the achievements of African players, coaches, and officials. This will help to inspire others and promote a sense of pride and identity.
Our Values
At Africanfisher Chess, we are guided by the following values:
1. Excellence: We strive for excellence in everything we do, from promoting professionalism to celebrating African chess excellence.
2. Inclusivity: We believe that chess should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their background, gender, or socioeconomic status.
3. Collaboration: We believe that collaboration and cooperation are essential for achieving our mission and vision.
4. Integrity: We operate with integrity, transparency, and accountability in all our dealings.
5. Passion: We are passionate about chess and its transformative power, and we are committed to sharing this passion with others.
Join Us
If you share our passion for chess and our commitment to promoting professionalism, excellence, and inclusivity, we invite you to subscribe to our emails and newsletters to be a part of this exciting journey. Together, we can elevate chess in Africa and create a brighter future for players, communities, and societies across the continent.