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Uganda is taking a major step towards cleaner, safer, and more sustainable cooking solutions in schools with the introduction of Shell Gas.
This move aligns with the Ministry of Energy and Mineral’s directive to phase out traditional cooking fuels like firewood and charcoal, addressing the environmental issues of deforestation and the health risks associated with smoke exposure.
The initiative aims to provide schools with a modern cooking solution that reduces carbon emissions and promotes a healthier environment for students and staff.
The comprehensive Shell Gas package offered to schools includes high-capacity gas tanks, installation systems, gas cylinders, cookers, and safety equipment such as fire extinguishers and emergency shut-off valves.
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Schools also receive free training for support staff on the safe use of Shell Gas, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
King’s College Budo, one of Uganda’s top schools, has taken the lead in this transition, becoming the first institution to fully integrate Shell Gas for its cooking needs.
Speaking at the launch of the initiative at the college’s Founder’s Day,
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Joanita Menya Mukasa, Managing Director of Vivo Energy Uganda, emphasised the importance of this partnership.
“We are proud to collaborate with schools across Uganda to introduce safer and more sustainable cooking solutions. At Vivo Energy Uganda, we are committed to delivering high-quality energy solutions that not only enhance efficiency but also promote sustainability and community wellbeing,” she said.
Canon John Fred Kazibwe, Headmaster of King’s College Budo, expressed his enthusiasm for the school’s pioneering role in this transition:
“We are honoured to be the first school in Uganda to adopt this safer, cleaner cooking solution. As an institution that values both academic excellence and the wellbeing of our community, it is our duty to lead by example.
“This transition from charcoal and firewood to Shell Gas not only enhances the health and safety of our students and staff but also reinforces our commitment to environmental sustainability,” he added.