Lilongwe, Malawi | 30th August 2026 – The 2026 Malawi Open Chess Championship concluded today with *FM Donaldo Paiva of Mozambique* crowned Open Champion, while compatriot *WCM Chineva Rufino Sandramo* claimed the Ladies title, giving Mozambique a historic double victory. The 9-round Swiss tournament, officiated by *IA Gilton Mkumbwa*, brought together the region’s strongest players and was decided on tiebreaks in both sections. *PAIVA EDGES…
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