Five Kenyan clean cooking companies are seeking to raise a total of Sh5.6 billion (approximately $43 million) from international investors to scale their operations and meet growing demand for eco-friendly cooking solutions.

• The companies, including BURN Manufacturing, Ignis Innovation, Faith Engineering, Feion, and Eco Bora, aim to expand product offerings and meet rising demand driven by environmental concerns and a desire to reduce reliance on traditional fuels like charcoal and firewood.
• Kenya continues to be a leading startup hub in Africa, with local startups raising Sh126 billion ($984 million) in 2025, though medium-sized deals saw a decrease.
• The appeal of Kenyan startups to investors is attributed to a supportive policy environment, high mobile penetration, and their role in addressing energy access and climate challenges.