The expansion of Egyptian radio and television, with underlying political motivation dating from the 1952 revolution, is due to extensive resources committed to the establishment and programming of radio and television systems. Television, introduced almost ten years after the revolution, remains a limited and urban medium, while Egyptian radio has become the most extensive system in any developing country in Africa and the Middle East. This study focuses on Egyptian radio, examining radio's role both in Egypt's national and political development and in Egypt's attempts to disseminate the government's view of what is best for the Arabs. Discussion topics include postrevolution history, broadcasting facilities, radio receivers and listening patterns, radio services, domestic and regional services, and international beamed broadcast. (JM)