From Hobby to Hero: How Amsha Africa Helped Ronny Otieno to Represent Kenya on the World Stage ♕♛

Meet Ronny Otieno — a professional chess player whose journey began as a young boy with a simple hobby. Today, he stands among Kenya’s finest, having qualified to represent Team Kenya in the World Olympiad organized by the IBCA. 🏆 Though denied the opportunity to travel to Serbia due to visa challenges, Ronny’s story is one of perseverance, community, and hope. Supported by Amsha Africa Foundation, Ronny continues to impact lives — now training visually impaired children through an inspiring initiative called “Sports Beyond Mindset Limit”. 🧠♟️ In this powerful video, Ronny shares:

His chess journey from humble beginnings

How Amsha Africa has supported his rise

The heartbreaking visa denial that stopped a dream

His mission to teach blind children chess across Kenya

Watch, be inspired, and discover how Amsha Africa Foundation is empowering talent and building brighter futures — one move at a time.