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Mancala (Kalah)

Play a full game of Kalah. Choose a pit to sow its seeds around the board; capture seeds and try to finish with the most.

How to play

New game starts with four seeds in each pit. Choose one of your pits to move. Extra turns, captures and the final sweep follow Kalah rules.

How do you play Mancala Kalah?

The board starts with four seeds in each pit. Choose a pit on your side and sow its seeds counter-clockwise, skipping the other player’s store. Land your last seed in your store to take another turn. If it lands in an empty pit on your side, capture the seeds in the opposite pit. When one side is empty, the game ends and the remaining seeds go to the other store.

Frequently asked questions

How do you play Mancala Kalah?

The board starts with four seeds in each pit. Choose a pit on your side and sow its seeds counter-clockwise, skipping the other player’s store. Land your last seed in your store to take another turn. If it lands in an empty pit on your side, capture the seeds in the opposite pit. When one side is empty, the game ends and the remaining seeds go to the other store.

Does this game need an account or download?

No. The game runs in this browser. Choose computer mode or pass the same device to a second player.