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Ya Biladi
4 days ago
- Business
- Ya Biladi
Morocco launches tender for 5G network licenses under digital 2030 strategy
As part of the rollout of the Morocco Digital 2030 strategy and in line with the sector's general policy directions, a call for tenders has been launched for the allocation of licenses to establish and operate telecommunications networks using fifth-generation (5G) mobile technologies. This initiative aims to equip the Kingdom with cutting-edge mobile communication infrastructure to support economic and social development, the National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT) said in a statement. 5G technology is known for its ultra-fast transmission speeds and low latency, making it ideal for real-time applications and tailored to the needs of sectors such as transportation, healthcare, and agriculture. The tender documents outline the regulatory framework as well as the technical and financial conditions required to establish each 5G network. They also set out the terms for commercial service provision, coverage and service quality obligations for each license holder, and the rules governing the evaluation of bids, which will be detailed in a public report. The tender documents are available from the ANRT. Additional information can be requested by sending a letter via fax to +212 537 203862 or by emailing [email protected].
Morocco World
5 days ago
- Business
- Morocco World
Morocco Launches Tender to Roll Out 5G Mobile Networks
Rabat – Morocco has launched a call for competition to grant licenses for the establishment and operation of 5G mobile networks, the country's telecoms regulator announced. The National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT) said in a statement that the process is part of Morocco's broader Digital 2030 strategy and aligns with national policy goals for the telecom sector. The aim is to equip the country with the latest mobile communication technology to support its economic and social development, added the statement. The fifth generation of mobile networks, or 5G, offers faster data speeds, low latency, and the ability to handle real-time communications. These features make it suitable for several sectors, including industry, transport, healthcare, and agriculture, ANRT noted. The agency explained that the tender document outlines all the legal, technical, and financial conditions required to build and run 5G networks in Morocco. It also sets the rules for how services must be offered to customers, the obligations related to network coverage and service quality, and the steps for how the process will be carried out and evaluated. The evaluation of the bids will result in a public report to ensure transparency, added the statement. The agency urged companies interested in applying to collect the competition file from the ANRT. Once the winners of the 5G licenses are selected, the terms and obligations will be finalized in a document known as the Cahier des Charges, which will be adopted by government decree and published in Morocco's Official Bulletin. The Digital 2030 Strategy is Morocco's national roadmap for accelerating digital transformation over the next decade. It builds on the progress made under earlier initiatives, like Maroc Digital 2020, and aims to place Morocco among leading digital nations by the year 2030.
Ya Biladi
15-03-2025
- Business
- Ya Biladi
Morocco's telecommunications regulator enforces fiber optic network sharing
The National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT) has introduced a strict regulatory framework requiring Moroccan telecom operators to share fiber optic infrastructure. This move aims to foster fair competition, accelerate the expansion of high-speed internet, and enhance service quality across the country. Under the new rules, operators are now classified into two categories: Infrastructure Operators (IO), who own and deploy fiber optic networks and must provide access to other operators under transparent, non-discriminatory conditions; and Commercial Operators (CO), who use these networks to deliver services to consumers. The regulations apply to both existing infrastructure and future deployments, with access rates required to be publicly available and monitored to prevent market distortion. This reform aligns with the Morocco Digital 2030 vision, supporting the development of 5G by expanding access to network infrastructure. The ANRT aims to increase the number of households eligible for fiber optic connections from 1.5 million in 2022 to 5.6 million by 2030. Additionally, the policy is expected to enhance competition by allowing alternative providers like Inwi and Orange to challenge Maroc Telecom's longstanding dominance in fixed infrastructure. Mandating infrastructure sharing is expected to bring several benefits: Lower fiber optic access costs through shared investments. Expanded coverage, particularly in less profitable areas where operators were previously reluctant to invest.
