Queen of Katwe: Chess champs from Uganda will visit Endicott, St. John

The Disney movie Queen of Katwe is based on the story of Phiona Mutesi and other children living in the slums of Uganda. Their lives are changed and they lift themselves from their situation by learning and mastering chess.

Their skills and drive raise them to be world-class champions.

The real-life Mutesi and Benjamin Mukumbya, another of the story’s key characters, will be in Endicott and St. John March 9 to meet with students and the public to share their experiences.

“These people are known around the world. And to be able to share their experiences in Endicott is huge,” said Jamie Misner...