Let’s take a look at the 2nd highest-rated team from Africa!
IM Mwali, Chitumbo
Chitumbo Mwali is a Zambian International Master (IM) born in 1986. He is recognized for his significant contributions to chess in Zambia and Africa. Mwali has a FIDE peak rating of 2379 and is known for his transition from an aggressive to a positional playing style.
IM Kayonde, Andrew
He holds the title of International Master (IM) and has made significant strides in various championships. Kayonde has participated in the Africa Individual Chess Championship (AICC), where he made a notable impact by defeating some of Africa’s top-rated players, including Grandmasters (GMs) Ahmed Adly and Essam El Gindy.
Kaoma, Micheal
Michael Kaoma is a chess player from Zambia, born in 1994. He holds a FIDE rating of 2199 in classical chess, with his highest rating being 2210. Kaoma is an active participant in the chess community, known for his competitive play and contributions to the sport in Zambia.
FM Mulenga, Prince Daniel
Prince Daniel Mulenga is a prominent chess player from Zambia, born in 1991. Mulenga’s chess ratings include 2184 in classical, 2282 in rapid, and 2217 in blitz. His participation in the Dubai Open saw him defeat a Grandmaster for the first time. He also performed impressively in the Zambian Open Chess Championship, tying for first place and earning his first International Master norm.
CM Hapaku, Charles
Born in 1990, Hapaku has been active in various chess tournaments and has made significant contributions to the Zambian chess scene. He is noted for his competitive spirit and has participated in numerous online and offline tournaments, often finishing in top positions.
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