Togo and Burkina Faso are preparing to sign a bilateral free roaming agreement to lower communication costs for travelers between the two countries. Dr. Pasteur Poda, Chairman of ARCEP Burkina Faso’s Regulatory Council, announced the initiative after leading an exchange mission to Lomé from March 24 to 27, 2025.

Togo already has free-roaming agreements with Benin, Ghana, and Côte d’Ivoire. Talks are also underway with Mali and Niger to expand this regional cooperation.

Discussions between Togo and Burkina Faso focused on digital transformation, especially on Togo’s expertise in data-driven regulation. Burkina Faso delegates visited ARCEP Togo’s supervision center, which monitors service quality in real time.

The two regulatory authorities plan to formalize their partnership through an agreement in the coming weeks.

Once signed, the agreement will allow mobile users from both countries to make calls, send SMS, and use data services at local rates while roaming—eliminating costly international charges. This brings direct benefits to travelers, cross-border workers, and businesses by making it easier and more affordable to stay connected on the move.

Togo and Burkina Faso roaming key benefits include:

• Lower mobile bills for travelers crossing between Togo and Burkina Faso.
• Improved convenience—no need to buy a new SIM card or switch numbers when entering a neighboring country.
• Seamless connectivity for transport operators, merchants, and frequent cross-border commuters.
• Boost for tourism and trade, with better communication helping support economic activity.
• Enhanced regional integration, contributing to ECOWAS digital goals.