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Bayesian Hierarchical Model in Evaluating Water Treatment Adoption Rates in Kenya's Facilities Systems

Winnie Wanjiku Njoroge, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) Oscar Kibet Mbogo, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18908822
Published: September 21, 2010

Abstract

The adoption of water treatment facilities in Kenya's facilities systems has been inconsistent, necessitating a methodological evaluation to understand factors influencing their use. A Bayesian hierarchical model was employed to analyse data from various facilities, accounting for both within-facility variation and facility differences. Uncertainty quantification was provided through credible intervals. The Bayesian analysis revealed that facility size had a significant positive impact on water treatment adoption rates (coefficient: +0.57, $p < 0.01$), with facilities over 200 employees being more likely to adopt these systems. A Bayesian hierarchical model provided nuanced insights into the factors influencing water treatment adoption in Kenyan facilities, offering a robust framework for future studies and policy development. Further research could explore how different types of water quality issues influence adoption rates across various facility sectors in Kenya. Bayesian Hierarchical Model, Water Treatment Adoption, Facilities Systems, Uncertainty Quantification

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Winnie Wanjiku Njoroge, Oscar Kibet Mbogo (2010). Bayesian Hierarchical Model in Evaluating Water Treatment Adoption Rates in Kenya's Facilities Systems. African Polymers Journal (Pure/Applied Science), Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18908822

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KenyaBayesian hierarchical modeladoption ratesspatial analysisstochastic processesstatistical inferencefacility systems

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