Koko Networks is revolutionizing clean cooking in Kenya with its ethanol-based cookers and affordable fuel. As a global leader in clean ethanol cooking products, Koko offers households an eco-friendly alternative to traditional fuels. This guide outlines how to buy a Koko cooker and fuel using Mpesa, providing you with a seamless way to access sustainable cooking solutions.
Koko Cooker Overview
Koko offers a two-burner cooker that runs on denatured bio-ethanol, branded as Koko fuel. The cooker kit is priced at Ksh 2,021 and comes with two free Koko fuel canisters, plus an additional Ksh 100 worth of Koko fuel. Each litre of Koko fuel costs Ksh 77.83, with the option to buy fuel bundles starting from as low as Ksh 30.
Currently, Koko products are only available in Nairobi and its greater environs, though the company has plans to expand to other parts of the country soon.
How to Buy a Koko Cooker Through Mpesa
There are two payment options to buy a Koko cooker via Mpesa: a one-time payment or the flexible Lipa Mdogo Mdogo (pay small installments) plan.
Option 1: One-Time Payment
- Go to the Mpesa menu on your phone.
- Select Lipa na Mpesa and choose Buy Goods.
- Enter the Till Number 556688.
- Input the amount, Kshs 1,715, for the cooker.
- Enter your Mpesa PIN and confirm the transaction.
- Once complete, you will receive a confirmation message from both Koko and Mpesa.
Option 2: Lipa Mdogo Mdogo Plan
For those who prefer flexible payments, you can pay for the Koko cooker in small installments.
- Go to the Mpesa menu.
- Select Lipa na Mpesa and choose Buy Goods.
- Enter the Till Number 556688.
- Make daily or weekly deposits until you complete the payment of Kshs 1,715.
- Upon completion, you will receive a confirmation message from Koko.
- You can then pick up your Koko two-burner cooker from the nearest Koko point.
How to Buy Koko Fuel Through Mpesa
Purchasing Koko fuel via Mpesa is just as straightforward as buying the cooker. Follow these steps to top up your fuel:
- Go to the Mpesa menu on your phone.
- Select Lipa na Mpesa and choose Buy Goods.
- Enter Till Number 556688.
- Input the amount you wish to spend (from as low as Kshs 30).
- Enter your Mpesa PIN to complete the transaction.
- You will receive a confirmation message from Koko once the transaction is processed.
Koko Contacts
If you need assistance or further inquiries, you can reach Koko’s head office:
- Location: Rivaan Centre, Muguga Green, Westlands, Nairobi.
- Contact: 0711 900 900.
Conclusion
Koko is providing a cost-effective and environmentally friendly cooking solution for Kenyan households. With easy payment options through Mpesa, purchasing a Koko cooker and fuel is convenient and accessible. As Koko expands, more households will benefit from clean cooking, helping to reduce carbon emissions and deforestation.
