Vivo Energy Uganda promotes Clean Cooking in Schools at Headteachers’ Conference

Vivo Energy Uganda, the distributor of Shell-branded fuels and lubricants, is showcasing its recently launched Shell Gas clean cooking solutions for schools at the Association of Secondary School Headteachers of Uganda (ASSHU) annual conference held at Speke Resort Munyonyo. The company also supported the conference with Shs 20 million.

Speaking at the event, Alvin Bamutire, the LPG Manager at Vivo Energy Uganda, emphasised the company’s commitment to supporting the education sector while driving awareness of the benefits of adopting clean, safe, and reliable cooking energy.

“This conference offers us a valuable opportunity to engage with school leaders, demonstrate our schools’ Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) project, and highlight the long-term benefits of Shell Gas for institutional cooking. We are proud to support ASSHU and look forward to exploring future partnerships that will improve cooking solutions in schools.”

As part of its participation, Shell Gas offered attendees a firsthand look at its LPG solutions tailored for schools. The exhibition allows Shell Gas to share its value proposition, including cost efficiency, safety, environmental benefits, and reliability compared to traditional cooking fuels.

Bibian Geraldine Nakabiri, Brand Manager, LPG, Vivo Energy Uganda, added: “We believe Shell Gas can play a transformative role in schools by offering modern energy solutions that not only improve the cooking experience but also contribute to sustainability.”

“This conference allows us to start important conversations with school leaders about the opportunities for clean energy in educational institutions.”

King’s College Budo, one of Uganda’s oldest and most prominent schools, recently took the lead in this transition to safe cooking gas. 

The school’s decision to adopt LPG for cooking is a landmark event in Uganda’s educational sector, demonstrating a commitment to both environmental sustainability and the health and safety of the school community.

Deborah Basekanakyo, President of ASSHU and Headteacher of Wanyange Girls Secondary School and Zulaika Nabukeera, the General Secretary of ASSHU and Headteacher Nabisunsa Girls School welcomed Vivo Energy Uganda’s sponsorship and participation; “We are delighted to have Vivo Energy Uganda and Shell Gas on board as a sponsor of this year’s conference. Their participation enriches the conversations we are having about innovative solutions that can positively impact schools. We look forward to building stronger collaborations going forward.”

The company encouraged all headteachers to book an on-site LPG assessment to discover firsthand how Shell Gas can transform schools’ cooking needs and provide safer, cleaner energy for students and staff.