Africa Daily
Africa Daily
Can chess change lives in Africa?
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January 21, 2025
21 minutes
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Robert Katende is a man with a mission to use chess to bring about social change.
In his home country of Uganda he works with thousands of disadvantaged children, those with disabilities, and even prisoners, to use chess as a means to provide useful skills for life. He’s even had his story portrayed in a film made by Disney, the 'Queen of Katwe'.
Alan Kasujja talks to Robert to hear how this ancient game can be a catalyst for changing lives.
Guests: Robert Katende and ‘Coach’ Julius