In an effort to improve accountability and effectiveness, foreign aid donors have increasingly turned to digital transparency portals to share detailed information on development projects. However, recent research suggests that transparency alone may not achieve the intended outcomes of greater public trust and government effectiveness. The research emphasizes that transparency efforts must be tailored to different audiences. Development professionals benefit from detailed, technical data, but the general public often requires simplified and context-driven communication to understand the impact of aid. Overloading citizens with complex information may result in confusion rather than increased trust. The challenge lies in balancing democratic accountability with clarity and accessibility. Read more here.
Source: Wiley