The Government of Burundi has enacted Ministerial Order No. 580/01 (April 17, 2025), requiring all telecom and radio devices to undergo mandatory type approval by ARCT before import, sale, or use. The regulation targets manufacturers, importers, distributors, and operators, aiming to block unsafe or counterfeit equipment. Approved devices must meet international standards, be registered in a national database, and sellers must hold a valid ARCT certificate. Temporary-use devices are exempt, and ARCT is granted strong enforcement powers.