Appendix 2
GOOD IDEAS FROM OTHER POTTERS
The simple mould
Some women potters in south-western Uganda suggested that the paddle mould was more complicated
than it needs to be. They thought that a simple mould made from thinner metal could be used without a
paddle. The clay could be scraped smooth on the inside using a piece of calabash or a plastic spatula. It
works, and is much cheaper, but it is slower and does not ensure that the thickness of the stove wall is
correct. Experienced potters can make good stoves with this type of mould.
The "naked" Upesi
Some potters from Kabale in Uganda saw the Upesi stove and copied it. However, they made it with a base,
three small legs and two handles. They also decorated it. This type of stove could be used with or without
installation. If it is not installed, it will most likely break. You need to have very good quality clay to make
this type of stove. The naked Upesi is proving quite popular in the market testing.
Fig. A2.1 The "naked" Upesi
The portable Upesi
Early in their project, Keyo Women Group realized that the Upesi could be fitted in a metal cladding and
sold as a portable stove. This design is quite expensive compared to the ordinary Upesi, but it is very
popular.
Fig. A2.2 The portable Upesi