Category: Welcome to the Clean Cooking Journey in Nairobi
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The Clean Cooking Crisis in Nairobi: Understanding the Urgency for Transition
Nairobi is one of the fastest-growing cities in Africa, with a population of over 5 million people. With increased urban migration and high birth rates, energy demand is increasing, posing a threat to the health, economic, and environmental aspects of the residents.Traditional cooking methods; the use of charcoal, kerosene, and wood in open stoves, is…
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Cooking Through Time: Transitioning To Cleaner Cooking
I grew up in a rural area near the Maasai Mara, in Kenya, where nights held the promise of adventure. Elephants would occasionally venture within 100 meters of our house, sending our dogs into a frenzy. The nearby forests were a playground, where we’d feast on wild fruits, sip from natural springs, and receive timely…