The Autorité de Régulation des Communications Électroniques et des Postes (ARCEP) is the independent regulatory authority in Burkina Faso responsible for overseeing the telecommunications and postal sectors. Established to ensure effective regulation, ARCEP's core functions include authorizing, regulating, controlling, and sanctioning service providers to ensure compliance with national standards. The organization facilitates a range of services, including the allocation of frequency authorizations and licenses for telecommunications operators, as well as oversight of postal services.

It also provides tools for consumers, such as the RESOMETRE, which helps evaluate mobile network quality based on metrics like speed and latency. Through public consultations and awareness campaigns, ARCEP encourages consumer participation and feedback to improve service quality across the sector. Additionally, the authority plays a critical role in adapting regulations to meet evolving technological needs and fostering cross-border connectivity initiatives in the region.

With a commitment to transparency and accountability, ARCEP is dedicated to enhancing the communications landscape in Burkina Faso