TACA pushes for greater women participation in Chess ahead of global showdown
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzania Chess Association (TACA) has intensified its call for more women to actively participate in chess competitions, as part of a broader strategy to expand the talent pool and enhance the country’s performance on the international stage. The association acknowledges that female participation in chess remains relatively low, a gap it … The post TACA pushes for greater women participation in Chess ahead of global showdown first appeared on Daily News. The post TACA pushes for greater women participation in Chess ahead of global showdown appeared first on Daily News.
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DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzania Chess Association (TACA) has intensified its call for more women to actively participate in chess competitions, as part of a broader strategy to expand the talent pool and enhance the country’s performance on the international stage.
The association acknowledges that female participation in chess remains relatively low, a gap it is now addressing through targeted efforts aimed at attracting, nurturing and retaining more women players across the country.
Speaking in Dar es Salaam, TACA Chairman Geoffrey Mwanyika said the association is placing renewed focus on women as it prepares to assemble a strong national team for the upcoming Chess Olympiad.
He said early and structured preparations are essential in building a competitive squad capable of delivering results at the highest level.
“As an association, we are committed to ensuring women are fully represented and competitive. Increasing their participation is not just about numbers, but about raising the overall standard of the game in Tanzania,” he said.
Mwanyika pointed out that the recently concluded national chess championships incorporated a dedicated women’s category, providing a fair and competitive platform for female players to demonstrate their capabilities.
The competition, which was played over nine rounds, tested participants on skill, endurance and consistency, with several women emerging as strong contenders for national selection.
Tanzania is expected to field a 10-player team comprising five women and five men for the global tournament scheduled to take place in September in Uzbekistan.
Mwanyika emphasised that the selection process has been merit-based, ensuring that only top-performing players earn a place in the national squad.
“We have seen impressive competition among women players this year. Selection has been rigorous and transparent, based purely on performance during the national championships,” he said.
He added that, unlike previous years, preparations have begun early to give the selected team sufficient time to train together, refine strategies and build cohesion factors he described as critical in high-level competitions.
The next phase will involve residential training camps aimed at sharpening tactical skills and exposing players to higher levels of competitive play, particularly for women who are increasingly demonstrating strong potential.
Mwanyika also called on stakeholders, including sponsors and development partners, to support the team’s preparations, noting that sustained investment is vital for the growth of chess in Tanzania.
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He further commended the media for its continued role in promoting the sport, expressing optimism that increased visibility will inspire more women and young players to take up chess and contribute to the country’s rising profile in the game.
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