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Broadband Wireless Network - Burkina Faso

Project No 7RAF08073-05
Title Broadband Wireless Network - Burkina Faso
Description

The outputs of this project include:
1. Deployment of wireless broadband infrastructure in Burkina Faso;
2. Development of ICT applications;
3. Training local experts on the operation of deployed wireless communication networks;
4. Development of national ICT broadband network plans for the entire territory of Burkina Faso that will deliver free or low cost digital access for schools and hospitals, and for underserved populations in rural and remote areas;
5. Development of an impact assessment report;
6. Quarterly and final reporting to the Foundation, consistent with terms of Grant Agreement.

Area of Action Technology & Network Development
Status Implemented
Time Frame From 1/4/2012 To 31/12/2019
Beneficiary Countries Burkina Faso
Implementing Agency ITU
Cooperation Agency Ministry of Transports, Posts and Digital Economy, Burkina Faso
Financial Scale (CHF) 500'000 - 1'000'000
Achievements Will be updated following the completion of the project