PRESS RELEASE : Government of Rwanda, Bboxx team up to deliver 50,000 affordable LPG kits in major clean cooking push

Kigali — As announced by the Government of Rwanda in the Ministry of Infrastructure (MININFRA) press release on October 29, 2025, Bboxx Rwanda is proud to support the national clean cooking agenda as the implementing partner for a large-scale program to distribute 50,000 affordable Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cooking kits to low-income households across five districts over the next 18 months. The partnership is implemented in collaboration with Forward7, an initiative of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The programme underscores Rwanda’s commitment to accelerating access to clean cooking solutions and reducing dependence on traditional biomass fuels. Bboxx’s role builds on its ongoing partnership with the Government of Rwanda to drive inclusive energy access through innovative, data-driven solutions. “This partnership represents a continuation of our successful collaboration with the Government of Rwanda in advancing sustainable development goals,” said John Uwizeye, Managing Director of Bboxx Rwanda. “We are deeply appreciative of the government’s trust in our ability to deliver clean cooking solutions at scale, and we remain committed to supporting their vision for a cleaner, healthier Rwanda.” Tackling an urgent energy challenge Biomass, primarily wood fuel, remains the dominant source of household energy in Rwanda, posing health, environmental, and social challenges. Indoor air pollution, deforestation, and the time spent collecting firewood, often by women and children, highlight the urgent need for accessible and affordable alternatives. The Government’s latest clean cooking drive aims to make LPG a practical, sustainable solution for households transitioning away from charcoal and firewood, aligning with Rwanda’s broader energy and environmental goals. Making LPG Affordable Through Innovation The initiative tackles the biggest barrier to LPG adoption, affordability. Each household receives a complete kit, including a two-burner stove, 12-kg gas cylinder, and a smart Cylinder Locking Valve (CLV) with pay-as-you-go (PAYGO) functionality. This flexible payment model has proven transformative: average monthly LPG consumption among Bboxx customers has risen from 3 kg to 7 kg per household, as families gain confidence in managing their fuel expenses. “Clean cooking is not just about providing equipment; it’s about fundamentally improving lives,” Uwizeye explained. “By tackling indoor air pollution, we’re protecting health, creating time for education and income opportunities, and helping preserve Rwanda’s forests.” Progress and readiness to scale Bboxx’s clean cooking rollout has gained strong momentum. From early pilots and small-scale distribution, the company has now deployed over 7,000 LPG kits across Kigali, Rwamagana, and Musanze as of October 2025. With each household averaging five members, transitioning 7,000 households represents a major environmental gain. This shift prevents the felling of an estimated 35,000 mature trees annually, reducing pressure on forests and cutting thousands of tons of carbon emissions. Each LPG kit deployed by Bboxx not only improves health and convenience but also directly supports Rwanda’s clean cooking and climate resilience goals. “We are ready and equipped to scale this initiative to its full potential,” Uwizeye affirmed. “Beyond clean cooking, we will continue to expand our services, from e-mobility and smartphones to solar power, supporting Rwandan households on their journey toward modern, sustainable living.” With solid systems, logistics, and community engagement structures in place, Bboxx is well-positioned to scale to 10,000 units by year-end and reach 50,000 households by late 2026.

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PRESS RELEASE : Government of Rwanda, Bboxx team up to deliver 50,000 affordable LPG kits in major clean cooking push