Transforming Health, Homes, and Hope in Bungoma through clean cooking solutions one stove at a time.
Tracking distribution across Bungoma County.
Goal achieved — targeting 14+ Women Self-Help Groups across Bungoma County.
A powerful demonstration of what Rotary's spirit of service can achieve when clubs unite across continents.
Through a remarkable Club-to-Club partnership, the Rotary Clubs of Bloomington–Normal (Sunset, Normal, Daybreak, and Thrive) in District 6490 have joined hands with the Rotary Club of Bungoma Magharibi, the Rotary Club of Bungoma, and the Rotaract Club of Bungoma Magharibi to deliver life-changing clean cooking solutions. Launched in December 2023 and progressing through December 2025, this initiative focuses on improving health, protecting the environment, and uplifting livelihoods through the donation of 500 TLUD clean cookstoves.
The TLUD cookstove is a modern, efficient, and low-emission stove designed to burn pellets cleanly — dramatically reducing indoor smoke and improving air quality. Women who once endured burning eyes and smoke-filled kitchens can now cook faster, cleaner, and more safely.
From Nengelwa to Mumias, the gratitude is profound. Women elders speak of preparing meals without smoke choking their kitchens. Chairpersons of women's groups celebrate relief from firewood collection, and mothers testify how the stoves bring dignity to meal preparation.
This project is made possible by Rotary's unique ability to connect caring hearts across borders. Members from both regions have walked together from idea conception to community outreach to ensure that every cookstove donated brings lasting value.
Witness the impact on daily lives across Bungoma County.
"At least women now have an opportunity to improve the environment… The cookstove is family friendly — Carolyne Wameme, Chairperson"
May 24, 2024"I have come here today to purposely thank you for the donation of cookstoves that are now improving and transforming our lives — Mariam Juma, Chairperson"
May 24, 2024"Today we are very happy and excited because some members shall start cooking their meals without stress — MacLean Kisabuli, Chairperson"
Dec 22, 2023Demonstrations, training, and community celebrations.
Jamia Tawasul WSG Cookstove Demonstration
Joy WSG Chairperson Testimonial
Field Video
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This project is built on cross-continental collaboration.
Rtn. Clara Bundotich
Project LeadRtn. Gilbert Mwangi
Bungoma Magharibi RCRotaract Stephen Gathutha
Field CoordinatorRotaract Julie Gitau
Community LiaisonDocumentation and research behind the project.
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