Sao Tome and Principe schools get solar power for meals
The World Food Programme installed solar energy and kitchen equipment in 15 schools to improve school feeding.
15 schools in Sao Tome and Principe started the new school year with solar-powered kitchens and modern equipment. The World Food Programme (WFP) initiative aims to improve food preparation and conservation in school canteens.
The project, called 'Green Infrastructure for Health and Education', directly benefits 4,075 people, including 4,000 students and 75 school staff. Solar panels, electric pressure cookers, and refrigerators were installed to enhance food management and efficiency.
School staff received training to strengthen canteen management. The WFP also supported the government with nutrition initiatives and participated in validating a national dietary guide and closing the COMPRAN Project.
Why it mattersStudents in 15 Sao Tome and Principe schools will have better-prepared and conserved meals due to new solar-powered kitchen facilities.