openwashdata/washmalawi

This dataset contains results from the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Household-Level Survey for WASH conducted by BASEFlow Malawi between 2018 and 2023, using the mWater platform. # washmalawi: WASH Household Level Survey Data 2018 - 2023 This dataset contains results from the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Household-Level Survey for WASH conducted by BASEFlow Malawi between 2018 and 2023, using the mWater platform. The data provides detailed, household-level insights into access to water, sanitation, hygiene, and environmental conditions across different communities in Malawi. Each row represents a completed household survey and includes: - Survey metadata: submission date, consent, GPS location - Water point information: type, method of collection, region, location accuracy, altitude - Water quality indicators: microbial tests, confidence levels, associated health risks - Sanitation: toilet type, waste removal and treatment methods - Hygiene: handwashing facility availability, presence of water and soap - Other socio-environmental factors: including responses to structured and open-ended questions **🔍 Use Cases** This dataset is suitable for a range of applications, including: 1. WASH Program Monitoring & Evaluation Evaluate household access to clean water and sanitation services over time and across regions. 2. Public Health Research Identify environmental and behavioral factors contributing to hygiene-related illnesses. 3. Geospatial Analysis Map infrastructure such as boreholes and sanitation facilities to analyze regional disparities. 4. Evidence-Based Planning & Advocacy Support national and local policymakers in achieving SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation for All. 5. Education and Capacity Building Use in training programs and university courses on data-driven development, environmental health, or digital health systems. 6. Data Science and ML Train models to predict risk patterns or infrastructure needs based on survey indicators. ## Installation You can install the development version of washmalawi from GitHub with: ``` r # install.packages("devtools") devtools::install_github("openwashdata/washm …