Ghana and The Gambia are set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today aimed at eliminating roaming charges between the two countries by the first half of 2025.
The agreement, facilitated by Ghana’s National Communications Authority (NCA), the Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation, and Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), will advance the implementation of the ECOWAS free roaming initiative. According to the NCA, the MOU will enable MNOs to begin technical and regulatory negotiations, paving the way for the deployment of ECOWAS roaming regulations.
The bilateral discussions, which began earlier this week, conclude with the formal signing of the agreement. The initiative aims to reduce telecommunication costs for citizens traveling between Ghana and The Gambia, fostering seamless communication and strengthening economic and social ties.
Prof. Ezer Osei Yeboah-Boateng, NCA’s Deputy Director General for Technical Operations and leader of Ghana’s delegation, described the collaboration as a pivotal step toward regional integration. He highlighted Ghana’s leadership in regional connectivity, referencing similar roaming agreements with Côte d’Ivoire, Togo, and Benin.
“This collaboration with The Gambia represents the next phase in expanding affordable and accessible communication services across the region,” Yeboah-Boateng said.
The agreement underscores the countries’ commitment to enhancing digital connectivity and advancing ECOWAS’ vision for greater regional integration.
