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Morocco World
2 days ago
- Business
- Morocco World
Orange Morocco Partners with Ericsson to Accelerate 5G Deployment
Doha – Orange Morocco has signed a strategic agreement with Ericsson to modernize and expand its network infrastructure, preparing for the introduction of 5G technology in the country. The partnership, announced on Thursday, aligns with Morocco's Digital 2030 strategy aimed at advancing the country's digital transformation, according to a press release from the company. The collaboration will enable Orange Morocco to integrate cutting-edge technologies, specifically Ericsson's dual-mode 5G Core and Cloud Native Infrastructure Solution, optimized for hosting cloud-native 5G applications, the statement indicates. This modernization will increase the operator's network capacity and enhance customer experience while building a scalable network architecture for 5G implementation, according to the announcement. Through this strategic partnership, Orange Morocco will introduce the 'Ericsson Cloud Core Policy Controller,' ensuring high scalability, improved network resilience, and new business models, as specified in the company's communication. The telecommunications operator will also expand its network with additional IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) and Ericsson Packet Core sites to strengthen Voice over LTE (VoLTE) services and provide highly reliable 4G and 5G services, the release states. 'Orange Morocco places innovation and customer satisfaction at the heart of its strategy,' said Hendrik Kasteel, CEO of Orange Morocco. 'This partnership with Ericsson reinforces our commitment to offering an increasingly powerful, reliable network adapted to the growing digital needs of Moroccans.' Majda Lahlou Kassi, President of Ericsson Morocco and VP Ericsson West Africa and Southern Africa, added: 'At Ericsson, our customers' success is central to our mission. We are proud to support Orange Morocco in this major transformation, which aims to respond to rapidly evolving connectivity needs.' The modernization also includes improving automation and orchestration of cloud-native infrastructure through upgrades to Ericsson Network Manager, Orchestrator, and Network IQ Statistics software already used by Orange Morocco to orchestrate its network, as detailed in the announcement. This partnership continues a 20-year cooperation between Orange Morocco and Ericsson, demonstrating the Moroccan operator's commitment to anticipating the country's future connectivity needs and strengthening its role as a pillar of national digital development, according to the companies. According to the National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT), the commercial launch of 5G in Morocco is scheduled for early November 2025, just before the start of the Africa Cup of Nations. Implementation will begin in major cities before gradually extending to less dense and more remote areas. The Morocco Digital 2030 plan aims to achieve 25% population coverage by the end of 2025, increasing to 70% by 2030. The ambitious goal is to ensure nationwide coverage for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The arrival of 5G will significantly impact various sectors, including intelligent transportation, home automation, and productivity in next-generation industrial units, according to industry analysts. Agriculture, public services, and the digitalization of administrative procedures will also receive a strong boost. A key element in this process is the strategic agreement signed in late March between Maroc Telecom and Inwi to accelerate the deployment of fiber optics and 5G throughout the country through infrastructure sharing via two joint ventures: Tower Co for 5G and FiberCo for fiber optics. Tags: 5G technology MoroccoEricssonOrange Morocco
TECHx
17-04-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Ericsson, MIEPEEC Sign MoU at GITEX Africa to Upskill SMEs
Ericsson, MIEPEEC Sign MoU at GITEX Africa to Upskill SMEs Share Ericsson and Morocco's Ministry of Economic Inclusion, Small Business, Employment and Skills (MIEPEEC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during GITEX Africa 2025. The agreement aims to explore collaboration opportunities to digitally upskill entrepreneurs and small businesses in Morocco. The initiative supports Morocco's goal of building a more inclusive and innovative digital economy. Through this potential partnership, entrepreneurs may access Ericsson's global educational resources and digital learning platforms. Both parties plan to assess how Ericsson's programs can help develop essential digital skills. These skills are critical for business growth and innovation across various sectors. The initiative also aligns with MIEPEEC's broader mission to promote economic inclusion and digital transformation. Younes Sekkouri, Minister of Economic Inclusion, Small Business, Employment and Skills, said the collaboration reflects a shared vision to boost digital inclusion in Morocco. He highlighted its importance in strengthening the local entrepreneurial ecosystem and supporting the Digital 2030 Agenda. Majda Lahlou Kassi, President of Ericsson Morocco, expressed interest in identifying ways to support startups and small businesses. She noted that Ericsson's expertise can help build a future-ready and resilient business environment. The collaboration marks another key milestone at GITEX Africa, reinforcing the event's role in shaping Africa's digital future. It also supports Morocco's national efforts to enhance connectivity, drive innovation, and create sustainable economic opportunities through technology.
Channel Post MEA
17-04-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
Ericsson And MIEPECC Sign MoU To Digitally Upskill Moroccan Entrepreneurs
Ericsson and the Ministry of Economic Inclusion, Small Business, Employment and Skills Employment have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at GITEX Africa 2025 intended at exploring a collaboration to digitally upskill and empower entrepreneurs in the Kingdom of Morocco, fostering an inclusive and innovative digital landscape. Both entities will explore different areas that entrepreneurs and small businesses in Morocco can benefit from Ericsson's global educational initiatives, and access different learning experiences through Ericsson's extensive portfolio of educational programmes to foster in-demand skills for Morocco's rising digital economy. This collaboration could help equip entrepreneurs and small business owners with essential 21st-century digital skills, contributing to sustainable employment and innovation across sectors in the Kingdom. It would also align with MIEPEEC's broader vision of promoting economic inclusion and supporting small businesses through accessible digital transformation initiatives. Mister Younes Sekkouri, Minister of Economic Inclusion, Small Business, Employment and Skills Employment (MIEPECC), says: 'This potential collaboration with Ericsson reflects our shared interest in enhancing digital inclusion in Morocco. We look forward to exploring how such an initiative could help strengthen our entrepreneurial ecosystem and support the ambitions of Morocco's Digital 2030 Agenda.' Majda Lahlou Kassi, President of Ericsson Morocco, and Vice President and Head of Ericsson West and Southern Africa, says: 'We are pleased to engage in discussions with MIEPEEC to explore how Ericsson's global expertise and digital learning platforms can support the capacity building and upskilling of Moroccan small enterprises and startups. By identifying areas where our tools and programmes can add value, we aim to contribute to a more resilient and future-ready entrepreneurial ecosystem in Morocco.' This initiative reflects a mutual interest by both Ericsson and MIEPEEC to jointly assess the feasibility of developing inclusive and sustainable pathways for digital transformation and economic opportunity in Morocco, in line with Morocco's ambitious Digital 2030 Agenda, which aims to transform the country's digital landscape, enhance connectivity, boost innovation and drive economic growth through technology. 0 0
Al Bawaba
17-04-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Ericsson and MIEPECC join forces to advance digital inclusion and entrepreneurial empowerment in Morocco
Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) and the Ministry of Economic Inclusion, Small Business, Employment and Skills Employment (MIEPECC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at GITEX Africa 2025 intended at exploring a collaboration to digitally upskill and empower entrepreneurs in the Kingdom of Morocco, fostering an inclusive and innovative digital entities will explore different areas that entrepreneurs and small businesses in Morocco can benefit from Ericsson's global educational initiatives, and access different learning experiences through Ericsson's extensive portfolio of educational programs to foster in-demand skills for Morocco's rising digital economy. This collaboration could help equip entrepreneurs and small business owners with essential 21st-century digital skills, contributing to sustainable employment and innovation across sectors in the Kingdom. It would also align with MIEPEEC's broader vision of promoting economic inclusion and supporting small businesses through accessible digital transformation Younes Sekkouri, Minister of Economic Inclusion, Small Business, Employment and Skills Employment (MIEPECC), says: "This potential collaboration with Ericsson reflects our shared interest in enhancing digital inclusion in Morocco. We look forward to exploring how such an initiative could help strengthen our entrepreneurial ecosystem and support the ambitions of Morocco's Digital 2030 Agenda."Majda Lahlou Kassi, President of Ericsson Morocco, and Vice President and Head of Ericsson West and Southern Africa, says: "We are pleased to engage in discussions with MIEPEEC to explore how Ericsson's global expertise and digital learning platforms can support the capacity building and upskilling of Moroccan small enterprises and startups. By identifying areas where our tools and programs can add value, we aim to contribute to a more resilient and future-ready entrepreneurial ecosystem in Morocco." This initiative reflects a mutual interest by both Ericsson and MIEPEEC to jointly assess the feasibility of developing inclusive and sustainable pathways for digital transformation and economic opportunity in Morocco, in line with Morocco's ambitious Digital 2030 Agenda, which aims to transform the country's digital landscape, enhance connectivity, boost innovation and drive economic growth through technology. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba ( Signal PressWire is the world's largest independent Middle East PR distribution service.
Zawya
14-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Ericsson highlights innovation in connectivity at GITEX Africa 2025
'Next Starts Now' as Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) participates in GITEX Africa 2025 , as a key sponsor, taking place from April 14 to 16 in Marrakech, Morocco. GITEX Africa provides an important platform for industry leaders like Ericsson to showcase the latest solutions designed to drive the continent's connectivity and digital evolution. Visitors to the Ericsson booth will have the opportunity to engage with industry experts and explore how the company's advanced solutions in network infrastructure, automation, enterprise business, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) can play a transformative role in Africa's diverse industries, from smart cities and mobility to telecommunications and beyond. Ericsson will also showcase its technology that supports sustainable growth across key sectors including Private Networks, Network APIs, and high-performing programmable networks. By leveraging Ericsson's cutting-edge solutions, including network automation, Artificial Intelligence, and sustainable infrastructure, markets that are putting technology innovation as a key focus, are well-positioned to advance their digital transformation journey. Ericsson's focus on enhancing connectivity, enabling smart cities, and driving industrial digitalization supports their goals of fostering economic development, improving public services, and creating a vibrant, knowledge-driven economy. Majda Lahlou Kassi, Vice President and Head of Ericsson West and Southern Africa, will delve into how building high-performing programmable networks will empower the evolution of telecom companies into tech companies in her keynote speech, and Badr Ndour, Head of Networks Ericsson West and South Africa, will join other experts on a panel discussion titled "Capital Deployment in Critical and Next-Gen Infrastructure" to discuss how advanced technology can boost economic development. Majda Lahlou Kassi, Vice President and Head of Ericsson West and Southern Africa, says: 'GITEX Africa is a vital platform to engage with key stakeholders in Morocco and Africa reinforcing our commitment of ensuring a connected continent that is smarter and more resilient. As mobile subscriptions in the continent are forecasted to grow and the demand for connectivity continues to rise, we remain prepared to empower communication service providers, businesses, and governments with innovation that bridges the digital divide and creates new opportunities for businesses and communities in Morocco and across Africa. This also aligns with Morocco's ambitious Digital 2030 Agenda, which aims to drive innovation and economic growth through technology.' Ericsson's participation in GITEX Africa 2025 aligns with its Africa in Motion vision of fostering a more connected, inclusive, and sustainable digital future for Africa. The company remains dedicated to supporting communication service providers (CSPs) and enterprises with future-proof technology solutions that enhance network efficiency, drive business growth, and improve user experiences that contribute to accelerating the continent's digital transformation and boosting connectivity to unlock new opportunities for businesses, governments, and consumers. Ericsson invites industry leaders, customers, and media to visit its booth located in Hall 11 at GITEX Africa 2025 to experience firsthand how its technology is enabling Africa's digital future.
