The Kapingazi River Basin in Kenya is home to a range of ecosystem services. Agricultural and industrial activities have negatively impacted water quality and flows. This study assesses the willingness to pay for improving water service provision. Two-thirds of the respondents are willing to pay for improved water quality and quantity. The respondents were willing to pay an average of US$9.10 per annum for improved water services, not counting water connection fees. Logistic regression analysis revealed that age, education and household size were factors influencing respondents’ willingness to pay.
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1080/02508060.2024.2321819Altmetric score:
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Publication year
2024
Authors
Ireri, B.K.; Makenzi, P.M.; Makindi, S.M.; Minang, P.A.; Mironga, J.M.
Language
English
Keywords
ecosystem services, water management, hydrology, ecosystem management, water quality, willingness to pay
Geographic
Kenya
