How smart stoves, eco-friendly fuel have transformed Mwanza kitchens

A Tanzanian innovator, Bernard Makachia, arranges his JikoSMART stoves at his factory located in Katumba Village, Kisesa Ward, Magu District, Mwanza Region. The smoke-free, energy-efficient stoves have transformed cooking in Mwanza school kitchens. PHOTO | MGONGO KAITIRA

By  Mgongo Kaitira

Mwandishi

Mwananchi

What you need to know:

  • Makachia, the Community Development professional, is the mind behind JikoSMART, an eco-friendly cooking stove designed to reduce reliance on traditional firewood.

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