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FY 2023 Egypt Country Opinion Survey Report Summary

Core Content

This report presents the findings of the FY 2023 Egypt Country Opinion Survey conducted by the World Bank Group (WBG) Business Intelligence (BI) team. The survey aimed to understand how stakeholders in Egypt perceive the WBG in terms of its role, effectiveness, and relevance to the country's development priorities.

Main Views and Key Information

1. Overall Context and Familiarity

• The survey involved 203 participants, with a 22% response rate.
• 92% of respondents were from Cairo, and 56% had current collaboration with the WBG.
• Respondents who collaborate with the WBG reported higher familiarity (mean = 7.9) compared to those who do not (mean = 6.7).
• Government principals had the highest familiarity (mean = 8.4), while civil society respondents had significantly lower familiarity (mean = 6.2).

2. Trust in the WBG

• The WBG is considered one of the most trusted institutions in Egypt.
• Government principals gave the highest trust ratings (mean = 8.2), while civil society respondents gave significantly lower ratings (mean = 5.0).

3. Alignment with Development Priorities

• The WBG is perceived as aligned with Egypt's development priorities (mean = 6.6), though this rating was lower than in other IBRD countries.
• Government stakeholders had more positive perceptions than non-government stakeholders.

4. Effectiveness in Development Areas

• The WBG's work in transport received the highest effectiveness ratings.
• Ratings for education and health were lower, despite these areas being identified as top priorities by stakeholders.
• Financial resources were identified as the WBG's greatest value by respondents.

5. Perceptions of the WBG as a Development Partner

• Government and bilateral/multilateral stakeholders viewed the WBG as a responsive, accessible, and flexible long-term partner.
• Non-government stakeholders, particularly civil society, were more critical.
• The WBG's collaboration with the national government and private sector was highly valued, with over half of the respondents suggesting increased collaboration.

6. Knowledge Work and Activities

• Approximately 60% of respondents had used the WBG's knowledge work in the past.
• Government stakeholders were more likely to use it (72%) compared to non-government stakeholders (48%).
• Respondents generally agreed that the WBG's knowledge work brings global expertise to Egypt and is timely and tailored to local needs.
• However, there was criticism regarding the translation of WBG publications into Arabic.

7. Future Role of the WBG in Egypt

• Stakeholders emphasized the need for the WBG to reflect grassroots needs, tailor programs to address poverty, and provide debt relief for climate and social issues.
• The WBG should focus on private sector development, public sector governance, and capacity building.
• There was a call for more inclusivity through expanded collaboration with non-government stakeholders, including civil society, media, and academia.

8. Communication and Outreach

• Respondents preferred research papers, official statistics, and newspapers as their main sources of information about the WBG.
• There was a suggestion for the WBG to increase transparency and enhance access to its knowledge work, especially in Arabic.

Summary of Recommendations

• Increase Collaboration: Expand partnerships with the private sector, civil society, and other non-government stakeholders.
• Enhance Communication: Improve outreach and transparency, especially through Arabic-language materials and media engagement.
• Tailor Knowledge Work: Ensure that WBG's advisory services and research are more context-specific and accessible.
• Focus on Long-Term Strategies: Align WBG initiatives with long-term development goals rather than short-term objectives.
• Improve Financial Instruments: Provide more concessional financing and ensure financial support is timely and competitive.

Conclusion

The survey highlights that while the WBG is generally trusted and seen as aligned with Egypt's development priorities, there is room for improvement in terms of collaboration with non-government stakeholders, communication, and the translation of knowledge products. Stakeholders believe the WBG should play a more inclusive and long-term role in Egypt's development, focusing on both economic and social aspects with a strong emphasis on the private sector and governance.