Lighting a Jiko

Body Position: When lighting a jiko (metal charcoal stove), the person bends at the waist, bringing their upper body closer to the jiko's opening. The degree of bend can vary depending on the height of the jiko and the person's comfort level. Often, the knees will be slightly bent for stability.

Hand: Once the kindling the kindling of crumpled paper or dry maize cobs catches fire, the person will often use a piece of cardboard or a flat object to gently fan the flames. This helps the fire spread through the charcoal and get it burning hot.

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Variations

Blowing:While bent over, the person might use their mouth to gently blow on the kindling to encourage the flames to grow.

Wakisha jiko. Pepeta moto!