Wards
Overview
Wards are the smallest administrative units within an organisation. They represent defined geographical areas that help in planning, service delivery, and reporting. Managing wards effectively ensures accurate data collection, proper allocation of resources, and streamlined operations.
This section of the documentation provides guidance on how to create, edit, and maintain wards in the SafiSiti web application.
Key Features of Wards
- Unique Identification: Each ward is assigned a UUID and a unique code to prevent duplication.
- Geographical Data: Wards include latitude, longitude, and area size for accurate mapping.
- Demographic Information: Population figures can be recorded for planning and reporting.
- Organisation Linkage: Wards are always associated with a parent organisation.
- Soft Deletion: Wards can be safely removed without losing historical data.
Permissions Required
To manage wards, users must have one of the following roles:
- Super Admin
- System Administrator
- Organisation Administrator
Ward Management Workflow
- Create a Ward – Add new wards with demographic and geographical details.
- Edit a Ward – Update existing ward information to keep data accurate.
- Delete a Ward – Remove wards when they are no longer valid (optional future step).
Why Ward Management Matters
- Ensures accurate service delivery within defined boundaries
- Provides reliable data for reporting and decision-making
- Strengthens organisational accountability and transparency
- Supports geospatial mapping for operational planning