The first-ever KijaniBox Stakeholder Validation Workshop was successfully held on Kampala, April 15, 2025 at Silver Springs Hotel, bringing together a dynamic mix of stakeholders to validate the findings of the recently conducted user-centric survey and discuss the future of green energy in Uganda.

Hosted by Biogas Solutions Uganda Ltd (BSUL) in partnership with the KijaniBox Consortium, the workshop served as a vital step toward the development of a biogas-powered cooling system tailored for Uganda’s agriculture and market environments.

A Cross-Sectoral Gathering

The event welcomed a wide range of participants including:

• Dairy farmers and agro-processing officials
• Local market authorities
• Representatives from key government bodies such as:
  • Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD)
  • Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF)
  • National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO)
  • Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA)
  • CARE International in Uganda

Workshop Highlights

The workshop featured insightful sessions and presentations that sparked engaging conversations about:

• The production and spoilage rates in Uganda’s dairy industry
• Waste generation trends in municipal markets and opportunities for clean energy integration
• The role of agro-processors in renewable energy adoption
• Insights from NARO on developing biofertilizer from the KijaniBox byproducts
• The operational model of KijaniBox, as well as its environmental and economic benefits

Participants also had the opportunity to view a gallery showcasing KijaniBox’s technology and its envisioned impact across sectors.

Unveiling the Survey Findings

A key milestone during the event was the presentation of the survey report findings, which collected feedback from end-users across the dairy, market, and agro-processing sectors. The data validated the urgent need for decentralized cooling solutions powered by renewable energy.

Panel Discussion & Policy Engagement

A vibrant panel discussion, moderated by Gideon M., brought together representatives from MEMD, MAAIF, KCCA, and various user groups. Panelists explored:

• The economic viability of KijaniBox
• Challenges in biogas adoption
• The potential for scaling the solution to other regions
• Policy recommendations for waste-to-energy initiatives

Moving Forward

The workshop concluded with stakeholder feedback collection and closing remarks by KCCA. Participants expressed optimism about the project’s potential and committed to further collaboration in co-developing and deploying KijaniBox across Uganda.