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This dataset comprises household-level survey data collected across Malawi between 2018 and 2023 as part of a Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) monitoring initiative. The data captures detailed information on household water access, sanitation facilities, hygiene practices, and environmental conditions. It includes geolocation data (latitude, longitude, altitude), survey timestamps, and various indicators such as the availability of handwashing facilities, type of toilet used, and waste treatment methods. This dataset is instrumental for assessing progress in WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) outcomes and guiding evidence-based interventions in underserved communities.

Usage

washmalawi

Format

A tibble with 23112 rows and 27 variables

date_submitted

The date when the survey was submitted.

latitude

Latitude coordinate of the survey location.

longitude

Longitude coordinate of the survey location.

water_point_identification_method

Method used to identify the water point.

traditional_authority

Traditional authority area where the survey was conducted.

district

District where the survey was conducted.

water_source_type

Type of water source used (e.g., borehole, spring, piped).

water_source_location

Location of the water source relative to the dwelling.

water_collection_time_mins

Time in minutes to go there, get water, and come back.

time_not_known

Indicates if water collection time is not known.

water_insufficiency_30days

Whether there was insufficient water in the last 30 days.

water_insufficiency_30days_not_known

Indicates if water insufficiency information is not known.

water_quality_tested

Whether water quality was tested.

bacteriological_test_done_at_location

Location where bacteriological test was performed.

parameters_tested_methods

Parameters tested and methods used for water quality testing.

chemical_quality_tested

Whether chemical quality was tested.

arsenic_tested_water

Results of arsenic testing in water.

fluoride_tested_water

Results of fluoride testing in water.

toilet_facility_type

Type of toilet facility household members usually use.

toilet_facility_shared

Indicates if the toilet facility is shared with other households.

waste_removed

Whether human waste from this facility is removed periodically.

waste_treated

Indicates if the removed waste is treated.

waste_disposal

Method used to dispose of or treat human waste.

handwash_available

Whether a handwashing facility is available and its location.

handwashing_water_presence

Whether water was observed at the handwashing facility.

handwashing_soap_presence

Whether soap or detergent was observed at the handwashing facility.

handwashing_supplies_available

Whether the household currently has handwashing supplies available.