Telecel Faso - Burkina Faso

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Burkina Faso Flag of Burkina Faso View country details


Telecel Faso (Burkina Faso) uses 1 GSM band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Telecel Faso (Burkina Faso). See the tables below for details.

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Carrier website: http://www.telecelfaso.bf/

Telecel Faso is a mobile network operator in Burkina Faso, established in January 2000. It was one of the first GSM network operators to enter the market, introducing competition to the previously state-dominated mobile phone services. Telecel Faso is part of the Telecel group, which is owned by Planor Afrique and is active in several West African countries.

Key Points About Telecel Faso:

  • Launch: Telecel Faso began operations in May 2000, marking the entry of GSM technology into the Burkinabé market.
  • Mission: The company's mission is to "Offer More," focusing on providing connectivity solutions that contribute to the development and growth of the country. This includes offering affordable and reliable services to a wide range of users.
  • Network: Telecel Faso operates on the 900 MHz band with 2G/GPRS technology, providing basic mobile services such as voice calls, SMS, and data connectivity.
  • Coverage: While the network has good coverage in urban areas, it is less effective in remote regions. The ARCEP manages a dedicated fund to ensure that all areas, including those deemed unprofitable by operators, have access to electronic communications services.
  • Regulation: Telecel Faso operates under the regulatory oversight of the ARCEP (Autorité Régulatrice des Communications Électroniques et des Postes), which ensures compliance with regulations and manages frequencies.

Telecel Faso has been instrumental in expanding mobile phone usage in Burkina Faso, contributing to the country's digital development. Despite the challenges posed by the SARS-Cov2 pandemic, the company continues to play a crucial role in enhancing telecommunications in the region.

Frequency Bands

GSM

Name Interface Description
900 MHz (E-GSM) GSM

Telecel Faso in Burkina Faso uses the GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band. This deployment began in May 2000, marking the entry of GSM technology into the Burkinabé market.

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