Electricity Access and Adult Female Mortality Rates in Low and Middle-Income Countries : An Empirical Analysis

Access to electricity in low and middle income countries is essential for health outcomes, especially for marginalized populations. Although various studies examine the nexus between electricity and health outcomes, most of these studies are conducted at the national level, and do not examine how this relationship varies across countries and the marginal effects on females health. This study fills the literature gap by investigating the relationship between access to electricity and adult female mortality rates in low and middle-income countries (LMICs). Utilizing cross-sectional data for the year 2019, we analyze a sample of 115 LMICs countries classified based on Gross National Income per capita. We hypothesize that higher access to electricity is associated with lower adult female mortality rates. We put this hypothesis to test through conducting OLS multiple regression analysis. By elucidating the impact of electricity access on adult female mortality rates, this research contributes to a deeper understanding of how infrastructure development influences women's health outcomes in LMICs. The findings are expected to inform policymakers aiming to reduce female mortality through targeted improvements in infrastructure and access to essential services.