Every move
starts in Gert Sibande
Tournaments, ratings and news for clubs, schools and players across the district. Find your next event, check where you stand and join the association.
Upcoming tournaments
From the provisional 2027 calendar. See the full calendar.
Top rated players
Chess SA main ratings for the Gert Sibande region, as at 15 October 2026. Source: ratings.chessa.co.za.
Chess for every level
Play rated chess
Enter district tournaments and build an official rating as you improve.
Clubs and schools
Affiliate your club or school and get your players into district events.
Grow with training
Access training material, arbiter seminars and coaching support.
Gert Sibande Chess Association
We are the district affiliate of Mpumalanga Chess. The association brings together clubs, schools and players across the district, runs tournaments and supports chess from the youngest players to seniors.
Meet the committee
Leisa Mphosi
President
Madoda Zungu
Deputy President
Naom Mpofu
Secretary
Paulina Seotsanyana
TreasurerReady to make your move?
Register as a player or affiliate your club with the Gert Sibande Chess Association.