David Speakman in Uganda
The concept is the brainchild of David Speakman, who continues in charge of development and manufacture of the lamps. It arose out of his huge concern over the high incidence of injury and loss of life and property from accidental fires caused by candles and paraffin lamps, and the overwhelming number of the citizens of his adopted country of Uganda being forced to use such hazardous means as the only source of lighting in their homes. The same problem extends to schools, orphanages and hospitals across the country.
Of course, the problems experienced by David Speakman are multiplied across the world in all developing countries. It is his mission to bring his lamps to all homes and caring institutions. This would make a dramatic difference to the quality of life of local people everywhere.
