Rabat – Morocco will commercially launch fifth-generation (5G) mobile services in November 2025, a milestone expected to reshape its digital economy. According to BMCE Capital Global Research (BKGR), the rollout could generate $4–6 billion (MAD 66 billion) in revenue by 2030, equivalent to 1.5–2% of projected GDP.
The revenue forecast includes both direct earnings for telecom operators and broader economic benefits across sectors adopting digital services such as cloud computing, industrial IoT, connected healthcare, and smart agriculture. BKGR also noted that Morocco’s 5G plans align with a wider MENA trend, where 5G is projected to contribute nearly $50 billion to regional GDP by 2030.
National Rollout Plan
The National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT) confirmed in July that Maroc Telecom, Inwi, and Orange secured 5G licenses through a MAD 2.1 billion bidding process. The government has committed MAD 80 billion ($8 billion) to achieve 85% national coverage by 2030, with 40 billion dirhams earmarked for infrastructure such as antennas, fiber optics, and telecom equipment.
The initial rollout will focus on eight major cities and their airports by November 2025, with coverage expanding to 25% of the population by end-2026 and 70% by 2030. Morocco will first adopt 5G Non-Standalone (NSA) networks built on existing 4G infrastructure before transitioning to 5G Standalone (SA) for ultra-fast speeds and sub-millisecond latency.
BKGR emphasized that Morocco’s preparations have been accelerated by its role as host of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and co-host of the 2030 FIFA World Cup, events that require advanced telecom infrastructure for global broadcasting and connectivity.
Challenges Ahead
Despite strong investment momentum, structural hurdles remain. These include low digital literacy, limited consumer trust in digital solutions, a predominantly cash-based economy, and interoperability gaps between platforms. BKGR recommends regulatory reforms, including ending discriminatory pricing practices and enabling mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) to drive competition and attract new capital.
If successfully executed, Morocco’s 5G rollout could deliver transformational gains for logistics, manufacturing, precision agriculture, remote education, and connected healthcare, while positioning the Kingdom as a regional digital hub.
