IEA launches clean cooking security program in Africa amid LPG supply crisis
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International Energy Agency (IEA), Fatih Birol
Africa
July 9, 2026
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IEA launches a clean cooking security program to address LPG supply disruptions caused by the Strait of Hormuz crisis. 3.4 billion people globally are affected by the LPG crisis, with significant impacts on African households. IEA announced $900 million in new commitments for clean cooking in Africa, building on previous pledges.
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