This report examines funding challenges and solutions for building telecom infrastructure across West Africa. Key issues include high costs (over $10,000/km for fiber), rural connectivity gaps, and unsustainable business models. Funding sources covered: public budgets, Universal Service Funds, private investment, PPPs, international partners (World Bank, AfDB), and innovative options like green bonds. Recommendations include regulatory harmonization, infrastructure sharing, stronger PPP frameworks, and better governance to attract sustainable investment.
