By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, Daily Scope
In a significant advancement for regional connectivity, the governments of Sierra Leone and Liberia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to implement Free Roaming services. This initiative, backed by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), aims to abolish cross-border call charges, enhancing communication between the two nations.
The announcement was made at the “Connecting Nations, Empowering Citizens” conference held in Liberia, which brought together representatives from regulatory bodies, mobile network operators, development partners, and policymakers throughout West Africa. The delegation was led by Mr. Amara Brewah, Director General of the National Communications Authority (NatCA), who underscored the commitment of both governments to advance digital integration within the region.
This initiative marks two significant milestones: the launch of seamless roaming services between Sierra Leone and Liberia, and the signing of an additional MoU to establish roaming agreements with Côte d’Ivoire.
Brewah highlighted the importance of these developments for boosting regional trade, enhancing mobility, and expanding digital connectivity. He noted that the Free Roaming service is in line with ECOWAS’ ongoing efforts to foster unity among member states.
The new Free Roaming service is anticipated to benefit both citizens and businesses by making communication more accessible and affordable, ultimately strengthening the ties between Sierra Leone and Liberia.
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