African Forest Ecology (Environmental Science) | 14 July 2010
Methodological Evaluation of Municipal Water Systems in Kenya Using Panel Data for Adoption Rate Measurement
M, w, i, h, a, k, i, K, i, n, y, a, n, j, u, i
Abstract
The adoption rate of municipal water systems in Kenya has been a subject of interest due to its potential impact on public health and economic development. The methodology involves the application of a fixed-effects model to analyse the impact of socio-economic factors on the adoption rate of municipal water systems across different regions in Kenya. Panel data from eight major cities are utilised for this analysis. A significant proportion (72%) of households reported adopting municipal water systems, with urban areas showing higher adoption rates compared to rural areas. The fixed-effects model provided robust estimates of the factors influencing the adoption rate, offering valuable insights into policy-making and resource allocation for future development initiatives. Policy-makers are encouraged to consider the identified socio-economic determinants when planning municipal water system expansion in Kenya. The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.