Koko Cooker

Target Users (Target Impact Group)

Distributors / Implementing Organizations

This product is implemented by the manufacturer in Kenya, with Koko Fuel available at over 700 shops across Nairobi.

Manufacturing/Building Method

Koko Cookers are manufactured and distributed from factories in Nairobi, Kenya.

Intellectural Property Type

Patent Protected

User Provision Model

Users can obtain the product/service directly from the manufacturer's website or through KOKOPoint ATM's in Nairobi.

Distributions to Date Status

As of 2019, 1000 units have been distributed in Nairobi.

Design Specifications

Koko Cooker is a two-burner cookstove that use denatured bio-ethanol as fuel, with installations as a payment option. The flame can be activated using a matchstick, and the intensity of the flame can be regulated using the built-in flame regulator.

Technical Support

Technical support is provided by Koko or Koko Agents.

Replacement Components

Fuel refills can be obtained from KOKOPoint ATM's.

Lifecycle

Unknown

Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters

Designer specified performance targets include: fast, easy, clean, safe, and affordable.

Vetted Performance Status

Testing performed by the manufacturer determined compliance with the Kenya Bureau of Safety for emissions and performance, safety, and durability.

Safety

Potential hazards related to the operation of this product concerns the handling of hot objects, and domestic accidents such as accidental burning.

Complementary Technical Systems

In order to operate, the stove requires a matchstick and KOKO fuel.

Academic Research and References

Compliance with regulations

The product is compliant with the Kenya Bureau of Standards minimum energy performance standards.

Other Information

None