CREEC is pleased to announce the publication of a new working paper on Repair & Maintenance (R&M) Technician Training, a critical yet often underexplored component of Uganda’s eCooking transition.
As Uganda advances towards cleaner cooking solutions, it is increasingly clear that sustainable transformation goes beyond the introduction of new technologies. Long-term success depends on the systems, skills, and support structuresthat ensure these technologies remain functional, reliable, and accessible to users over time.
This working paper examines the R&M Technician Training component of the Government of Uganda’s Clean Cooking Scale and Support Programme, led by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD) with support from UK Aid and implemented by CREEC.
The study explores:
- The design and nationwide implementation of the training programme
- Early outcomes and lessons learned
- The role of after-sales service in strengthening market confidence
- How human capacity development can accelerate the adoption and sustainability of eCooking solutions
By addressing a key gap in after-sales service, the programme contributes to building a more resilient and trusted eCooking ecosystem—one where users are supported beyond initial adoption, and where systems are maintained to deliver lasting impact.
This work reinforces the importance of embedding technical capacity and service systems within broader energy transition strategies, offering insights that can inform future policy and programme design in Uganda and beyond.
The paper was authored by Peter M. Mwesiga, Agnes Naluwagga, Jimmy Agaba, and Adrian Okorio, whose work captures both the technical and practical dimensions of this important intervention.
👉 Access the full paper here: https://mecs.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Embedding-RM-Technician-Training.pdf
CREEC remains committed to supporting sustainable energy transitions through research, capacity building, and practical, market-driven solutions.