Problem

Reality

Expensive

Up to 35% of a family’s income goes to charcoal

Unhealthy

Toxic smoke is a leading cause of respiratory illness for women & children

Deforestation

Charcoal production drives forest loss across Rwanda

Why the Problem Persists

Too Expensive

Upfront costs put LPG & electric cooking out of reach for many rural families

Unreliable Supply

Electric cooking requires steady electricity, which is not always available in rural areas

Limited Reach

Last-mile communities are often left out

Cooking fuel is a daily struggle for over 90% of rural families in Rwanda

Solution

Made from Food Waste

Clean Briquettes

Affordable and eco-friendly cooking fuel

Easy to Stack

Holds Together Well

Impact from Our Rwanda Pilot

Near-Zero Smoke Emissions

Observed during in-home pilot testing

Lower Fuel Costs

Early results show household savings

Cooks More Evenly

Tested alongside traditional charcoal

Mission

We provide affordable, clean briquettes in Rwanda as an alternative to charcoal, helping families cook with dignity

Get to know JikoBriqs

Founded in 2023, JikoBriqs is a clean energy venture developing sustainable cooking briquettes for rural households in Rwanda

Vision

An Africa where every family cooks with affordable, clean fuel and dignity

Team

Emmanuel Mayani

Co-Founder / venture lead

Clemantine Yankurije

market lead

Élysée Irafasha

PRODUCTION lead

Callixte Kubumwe

Co-Founder / operations lead

Collaborators

FAQs

What are briquettes?

Briquettes are eco-friendly cooking fuels

How are they made?

They are made from food waste

Are briquettes safe to use?

Yes, JikoBriqs briquettes are harmeless. They DO NOT emit smoke

Who can use them?

Everyone can benefit from using briquettes

Should I buy a new Stove to use them?

No. You can burn briquettes on a charcoal stove you might already be using

What are the benefits?

They reduce costs, improve health, and protect the environment