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Morocco’s awarding of 5G licenses to its top telecom operators marks a major step in digital infrastructure development, supporting nationwide 5G coverage ahead of the 2030 World Cup.
Maroc Telecom and Inwi have created joint ventures to accelerate Morocco’s FTTH and 5G expansion, investing $486 million initially. Uni Fiber targets millions of fiber connections, while Uni Tower aims to build thousands of telecom towers, fostering open infrastructure access and national digital growth.
Morocco Telecom Group has raised over €272 million through its first private bond issuance, attracting strong investor interest and signaling financial strength. The funds will support network upgrades, digital initiatives, and expansion across Africa, boosting the company’s capacity for growth and innovation in a competitive telecom market.
Morocco plans to launch 5G in six 2030 World Cup host cities, aiming for 25% national coverage by 2026 and 70% by 2030. Huawei leads the tender race alongside Western firms. With speeds 100x faster than 4G, 5G will enhance Morocco’s already high internet penetration of 90.7%.
Inwi has launched enhanced fiber optic internet packages in Morocco, offering faster speeds and lower prices. Existing customers will automatically receive speed upgrades at no additional cost. The company also introduced new high-speed plans, expanded its fiber network, and rolled out WiFi 7 technology for improved home connectivity.
Maroc Telecom and Inwi have signed a strategic agreement to expand fiber-optic infrastructure and deploy 5G technology across Morocco. The partnership includes the creation of FiberCo and TowerCo, aimed at improving internet access and strengthening Morocco’s digital infrastructure. This initiative represents a major step in the country’s digital transformation.
Huawei, already partnering with Maroc Telecom and Orange Maroc, is set to lead Morocco’s 5G rollout. The country aims to provide 5G coverage to 25% of the population by 2026 and 70% by 2030, enhancing digital capabilities and preparing for the 2030 World Cup.
Morocco is preparing to launch a tender for 5G bandwidth, with Huawei and Western companies competing for the project. The government aims for 5G coverage to reach 25% of the population by 2026 and 70% by 2030, coinciding with the World Cup. Six host cities will be fully covered by 5G.
Morocco’s 5G tender call has once again been postponed, delaying the country’s plans for 5G deployment. Originally planned for earlier this year, the tender has been delayed due to ongoing regulatory and technical challenges. This setback reflects the complexities Morocco faces in implementing its 5G infrastructure.