Kenya pushes for universal clean cooking with Sh133 billion plan

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President William Ruto address a virtual meeting on keeping clean cooking high on Africa's development agenda on July 9, 2026. [PCS]

Kenya is stepping up efforts to ensure every household and institution has access to clean cooking solutions.

President William Ruto has called for stronger partnerships and increased investment to tackle one of Africa's biggest energy challenges.

Speaking during a high-level virtual event focused on keeping clean cooking at the top of Africa's development agenda, the President said the country requires approximately Sh133 billion to achieve universal access to clean cooking.