16 June 2025

Ericsson and Orange Maroc have announced a strategic partnership aimed at upgrading and expanding Morocco’s core network infrastructure, marking a significant step toward the country’s transition to 5G Standalone (SA) technology.

This collaboration is aligned with Morocco’s Digital 2030 strategy, which seeks to propel innovation, enhance connectivity, and foster digital transformation across various sectors.

Building on a relationship that spans over two decades, the partnership will leverage Ericsson’s cutting-edge dual-mode 5G Core and Cloud Native Infrastructure solutions. These technologies are designed to increase network capacity, improve performance, and deliver a superior customer experience for Orange Maroc’s broad range of services.

“Our partnership, which spans over 20 years, reflects a shared commitment to delivering connectivity that truly meets the needs of Moroccans. By integrating advanced technologies like Ericsson’s dual-mode 5G Core and Cloud Native Infrastructure, we’re focused on enhancing network capacity and customer experiences,” said Majda Lahlou Kassi, Ericsson’s Vice President and Head of Customer Unit West and South Africa.

The alliance highlights a joint focus on innovative services such as mobile broadband, Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), gaming, and industrial connectivity — key components of Morocco’s digital future. Both companies expressed appreciation for their teams’ dedication to this ambitious project, which aims to build a resilient, future-proof infrastructure that supports both consumer and enterprise needs.

This partnership underscores a shared vision to accelerate Morocco’s digital transformation, ensuring the deployment of robust, scalable, and intelligent networks capable of supporting emerging technologies and a wide array of innovative applications.