Charlote Magayi

Charlot Magayi is a Kenyan social entrepreneur and climate activist renowned for founding Mukuru Clean Stoves, a social enterprise that designs and distributes affordable, clean cookstoves to low-income households. Growing up in Nairobi’s Mukuru slums and experiencing firsthand the dangers of traditional cooking methods, including a severe burn incident involving her daughter, Charlot was inspired to create safer alternatives. Under her leadership, Mukuru Clean Stoves has sold over 400,000 units, benefiting more than 2 million people and reducing household air pollution. In 2022, she was awarded the Earthshot Prize for her innovative approach to environmental and public health challenges. Charlot’s work has garnered global recognition, including accolades from the World Bank, United Nations, and Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 list.