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FY 2025 Ethiopia Country Opinion Survey Report Summary

Core Content

The FY 2025 Ethiopia Country Opinion Survey (COS) report provides an in-depth analysis of stakeholders' perceptions of the World Bank Group (WBG) in Ethiopia. The survey aimed to assess how stakeholders view the WBG in terms of familiarity, trust, effectiveness, development priorities, collaboration, financial instruments, and communication.

Main Views and Key Information

1. Overall Context

• Familiarity: Stakeholders reported significantly higher familiarity with the WBG in FY25 (mean = 7.7) compared to FY18 (mean = 6.5).
• Trust: The WBG was seen as one of the most trusted institutions in Ethiopia (mean = 8.0), with trust ratings higher than other institutions like the IMF.
• Fragility Perception: Lack of security and political uncertainty were identified as the main drivers of fragility in Ethiopia. However, government-affiliated respondents were less likely to agree that Ethiopia is a fragile state.

2. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Relevance and Effectiveness: Perceptions of the WBG's relevance and effectiveness in helping Ethiopia achieve development results improved significantly since FY18.
• Alignment with Priorities: The WBG was perceived to be well-aligned with Ethiopia's development priorities, with positive influence on policy shaping.
• Performance in Comparison: Ethiopia's KPI ratings were higher than those of other IDA countries and Eastern and Southern African countries surveyed in FY24.

3. Development Priorities

• Agriculture and Food Security: Two-thirds of stakeholders prioritize agriculture and food security as the main area for WBG focus.
• Private Sector Development: Support for private sector development increased significantly from 17% in FY18 to 40% in FY25.
• Digital Infrastructure: Digital infrastructure development became a top priority, rising from 3% in FY18 to 30% in FY25.
• Human Capital Development: Almost half of respondents believe the WBG should lead in human capital development, including education, health, and social protection.

4. Engagement on the Ground

• Long-Term Partner: The WBG is perceived as a long-term development partner (mean = 8.4) with positive collaboration with the national government (mean = 8.3) and other donors (mean = 8.0).
• Partnerships: Collaboration with the private sector and civil society has improved, but collaboration with local governments and parliament remains moderate.
• Stakeholder Suggestions: Respondents emphasized the need for deeper collaboration with local authorities, improved policy coordination, and more localized research and data analysis to enhance the relevance and impact of WBG initiatives.

5. Financial Instruments and Knowledge Work

• Financial Resources: Over 77% of respondents identified financial resources as the greatest value of the WBG in Ethiopia.
• Accountability: Respondents highly valued the WBG's insistence on accountability through its lending (mean = 7.9).
• Environmental and Social Framework (ESF): Perceptions of ESF requirements improved significantly from FY18.
• Knowledge Work: 63% of respondents have used the WBG's knowledge work, which is seen as contributing to institutional capacity (mean = 8.4) and bringing global expertise (mean = 8.2). Quality of knowledge work was also rated highly (mean = 8.2).

6. Communication and Outreach

• Preferred Channels: Over half of respondents (57%) prefer receiving communications through the WBG website and events (56%), followed by direct contact with WBG staff (44%).
• Message Recall: The most recalled messages were about economic forecasts (54%), food security (39%), and climate change (38%).
• Climate Change Concerns: Stakeholders expressed high concern about decreased crop yields, increased food insecurity, loss of jobs, and more frequent droughts.

7. Stakeholder Demographics and Methodology

• Sample Size: 220 participants (42% response rate) completed the survey.
• Collaboration: 59% of respondents currently collaborate with the WBG.
• Location: 93% of participants were from Addis Ababa.
• Methodology: The survey was conducted online or on paper, with data collected by the field agency BDO Consulting PLC, and supported by the World Bank Group's Business Intelligence (BI) team.

Summary of Stakeholder Feedback

• Collaboration with WBG: Respondents who collaborate with the WBG gave higher ratings for KPIs compared to non-collaborators.
• Familiarity and Perception: Higher familiarity with the WBG correlated with more positive perceptions of its work.
• Areas for Improvement: Stakeholders called for:
  • Greater collaboration with the private sector, civil society, and local governments.
  • Strengthened transparency and accountability.
  • Better dissemination of WBG knowledge work.
  • Streamlined decision-making and improved monitoring and evaluation.
  • Enhanced communication with the media and public.
  • More localized and practical research.

Conclusion

The FY25 survey highlights the WBG's growing familiarity and trust in Ethiopia, with stakeholders emphasizing the need for stronger partnerships, better communication, and more localized and practical approaches to development. The WBG's financial instruments and knowledge work are generally well-received, with a clear demand for continued investment in key areas like agriculture, private sector development, and human capital. The report underscores the importance of aligning WBG efforts with Ethiopia's development priorities and enhancing its engagement with diverse stakeholders to ensure long-term impact and effectiveness.