Following a standout performance in last year’s championship, inmates from the Senior Correctional Centre in Accra are gearing up to represent Ghana in the 4th Intercontinental Online Chess Championship for Prisoners. The competition, taking place from October 8-10, 2024, is part of the Chess for Freedom Program, an initiative by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) that promotes education and social inclusion in prisons through chess.
Under the expert guidance of David Acheampong, founder of Mentors Chess Academy, these inmates have been sharpening their skills, determined to improve on last year’s impressive third-place finish in the juvenile section. Their success against top European teams put them on the map, and this year, they’re even more driven to make Ghana proud.
Chess has become a vital part of their rehabilitation, offering a chance for intellectual growth and personal development. Competing on the global stage gives them an opportunity to showcase their talents while inspiring others both inside and outside the prison walls.
Mentors Chess Academy is now seeking partners to help expand this life-changing chess initiative to other prisons across Ghana. This program proves that chess is more than a game; it teaches patience, strategic thinking, and the consequences of actions—valuable skills that help inmates reintegrate into society and improve their futures.
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