Morocco’s largest telecommunications group Maroc Telecom has announced plans to challenge a court ruling that requires the company to pay 6.38 billion dirhams in damages to Wana Corporate (Inwi) for anti-competitive practices and abuse of its dominant market position.
The Moroccan company acknowledged the decision issued by the Casablanca Commercial Court of Appeal on July 3, but stated its intention to explore all possible legal avenues to contest the ruling.
Maroc Telecom confirmed its readiness to appeal to the Court of Cassation in Rabat, marking the beginning of a third round in this ongoing legal dispute. According to the Moroccan civil procedure code, Maroc Telecom has 30 days from the notification of the decision to file an appeal.
Typically, drafting a ruling in commercial matters takes less time than in criminal cases, as the judges will focus on ensuring the correct application of the law rather than re-examining the facts.
In addition to pursuing an appeal, Maroc Telecom’s majority shareholder, Etisalat, expressed its disappointment with the court’s decision. In a statement released on July 10, Etisalat confirmed its intent to explore all legal options to protect its investment in Maroc Telecom.