The number of researchers in higher education in Egypt has exhibited steady growth over the last decade, standing at 114.31 thousand in 2023. After an initial strong growth phase, the yearly growth rate has gradually decreased, stabilizing around 1.85% in recent years. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the past five years suggests an average yearly increase of 2.01%. Moving forward, the projected CAGR for 2024-2028 indicates a more moderate growth rate of 1.3%, reaching approximately 124.1 thousand researchers by 2028, a 6.66% increase from 2023.
Future Trends to Watch For:
- Increasing enrollment in higher education programs
- Government policies and funding for research and development
- Technological advancements impacting research methodologies
- Global collaboration and cross-border academic partnerships
- Evolving socio-economic conditions affecting educational priorities
