Help Cape Town Teen Champ Represent SA on Global Chess Stage

Help Cape Town teen champ represent SA on global chess stage

At just 14 years old, talented Imkhitha Joya from Old Crossroads in Nyanga, Cape Town, is rewriting what’s possible for a young girl with big dreams and an even bigger heart. As one of South Africa’s brightest young talents in chess, she’s earned national recognition and international invitations. Now, all she needs is a helping hand to keep her momentum going. Earlier this year, Imkhitha was crowned South African U14 Girls Chess Champion after …

Chess Champ Imkhitha Is Ready to Take Her Game to The Global Stage!

Place a chessboard in front of her, and Imkhitha Joya will more than likely win a game with a perfect score! Having carefully perfected her skills and strategies over the years, the talented teen is ranked top of her age group and is among the best female players in South Africa. Now, she’s ready to show the world just what a young girl from the township of Crossroads can do.   Cape Town, South Africa (03 July 2025) – She’s only 14 years old, bu…