Championship Rescheduled to 1st–4th December 2026 at the Grand Egyptian Museum, Giza, Egypt
LAGOS, NIGERIA – September 25, 2026:
The All Africa Art and Chess Confederation (AAACC) has announced a change in the dates for the All Africa Art and Chess Confederation Championship 2026, earlier scheduled to hold from 1st–4th October 2026 at the Grand Egyptian Museum, Giza, Egypt.
The Championship will now take place from 1st–4th December 2026.
The decision to reschedule the continental event was reached after careful consideration of a number of logistical and administrative factors that could affect the participation and overall experience of delegates, students, artists, chess players, institutions and other stakeholders expected at the Championship.
Among the factors considered are the clash with the school academic calendar, which could affect the participation of students, educational institutions and school-based chess and art programmes; the additional time required for the processing and confirmation of participant registrations; and delays associated with visa processing for international participants travelling to Egypt.
The Confederation also considered other logistical and operational issues associated with international travel, accommodation, transportation, programme coordination and the participation of delegates from different African countries.
According to the organisers, the additional preparation period will provide participants and partners with more time to complete their registration, travel documentation and other necessary arrangements ahead of the Championship.
NEW CHAMPIONSHIP DATES
The All Africa Art and Chess Confederation Championship 2026 will now hold as follows:
Date:1st–4th December 2026
Venue:Grand Egyptian Museum, Giza, Egypt
Theme: Connecting Africa Through Art, Chess, Innovation and Culture
The four-day continental event is expected to bring together artists, chess players, students, educational institutions, collectors, investors, businesses, government representatives, diplomats and cultural organisations from across Africa and beyond.
The programme will feature a range of activities including the Continental Chess Championship, Pan-African Art Exhibition, Grand Egyptian Museum tour, conference sessions, business networking, trade and exhibition opportunities, cultural performances and other activities designed to promote African creativity, intellectual development, tourism, investment and cultural exchange.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
The Confederation further announces that registration for the Championship will close 15 days before the commencement of the event.
Accordingly, the final registration deadline will be 16th November 2026.
Participants are therefore encouraged to complete their registration and commence all necessary travel and visa arrangements well ahead of the deadline.
The organisers have expressed their appreciation to participants, partners, sponsors, artists, chess players, institutions and other stakeholders for their understanding and continued support following the change of dates.
The Confederation remains committed to delivering a successful continental gathering that creates meaningful opportunities for African art, chess, education, innovation, culture, tourism and business collaboration.
For registration, participation and further information, visit:
aaacc.online
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