Signing of ESA Frequency Coordination Agreement Marks Major Step for Regional Digital IntegrationOuagadougou, November 2

In a decisive move to enhance digital cohesion in the Sahel, the Alliance of Sahel States (ESA) formally signed the radio frequency coordination agreement at borders on November 21, 2025, at the Azalaï Hotel in Ouagadougou.

The signing ceremony brought together Ministers of Communication and Digital Affairs from Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso, and Ghana as guest of honor, alongside experts and representatives from national regulatory authorities. The event underscored a shared commitment to regional harmonization, technical collaboration, and digital integration.

The agreement establishes a strategic framework for the coordinated management of radio spectrum across borders, a critical resource for mobile communications, broadcasting, security services, and emerging technologies. Ministers highlighted that such coordination is essential to prevent interference, improve service quality, and support ongoing digital transformation efforts.

Harmonization of frequency coordination parameters and procedures across member states;

Establishment of information-sharing mechanisms between national regulatory authorities;

Regular meetings to resolve potential cross-border interference;

A modernized framework to facilitate deployment of new technologies and support the evolving digital market.

The ceremony concluded with a group photo, symbolizing the cohesion, determination, and solidarity of ESA member states. Officials emphasized that the agreement represents not only a technical milestone but also a commitment to translate it into concrete actions, ensuring reliable, modern, and secure communications for the people of the Sahel in the months ahead.