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Share of the population with access to basic services, World

199820222000200520102015202050%Electricity

Data source: Data compiled from multiple sources by World Bank; World Health Organization (via World Bank); World Health Organization andUNICEF (via World Bank) (2025) – Learn more about this data

Note: Access to clean cooking fuels is important for the reduction of indoor air pollution. Improved sanitation facilities include flush/pour flush, ventilatedimproved pit latrine, pit latrine with slab, and composting toilets. Having access to electricity is defined in international statistics as having an electricity sourcethat can provide very basic lighting, and charge a phone or power a radio for 4 hours per day.

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