Morocco’s National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT) has granted licenses to the country’s three leading telecom operators, Itissalat Al-Maghrib (Maroc Telecom), Médi Telecom (Orange Morocco) and Wana Corporate (Inwi), to establish and operate 5G mobile networks. The decision was announced following the ANRT Board meeting held on July 25, 2025, during which the Head of Government approved the agency’s evaluation report on the competitive tender process, according to a report by TechAfrica News.
The licensing process assessed the bids based on investment commitments, planned coverage and quality-of-service standards. Maroc Telecom and Inwi each received 87 points, while Orange Morocco scored 85 points. Collectively, the three operators have pledged an estimated 80bn Moroccan dirhams in investments and operational expenses through 2035 to support the nationwide rollout and maintenance of 5G infrastructure.
As part of the licensing terms, the operators must ensure that 5G coverage reaches 45% of the population by the end of 2026 and expands to 85% by 2030. These targets are central to Morocco’s broader digital transformation strategy, which aims to enhance national connectivity, boost technological innovation and enable advanced digital services across various sectors.
The ANRT has published the full evaluation report on its official website, signaling a commitment to transparency as Morocco accelerates its adoption of next-generation mobile technology.
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