Maroc Telecom, a leading telecommunications group in Morocco and a major player across Africa, has strengthened its presence in Mauritania through considerable investments in modernizing telecom infrastructure and improving national connectivity.
Recent data showed that Maroc Telecom plays a major role in Mauritania through its subsidiary, “MOOV Mauritel.” In recent years, the company has focused on transforming the country’s network coverage to meet the demands of the digital society.
With an exceptional investment program worth 14 billion old ouguiyas Mauritanian (approximately USD 351 million), completed in just seven months, Maroc Telecom has helped Mauritania make a significant leap in connectivity.
One of the key projects was the interconnection with the WAC submarine cable, a more than 8 billion ouguiyas (USD 200 million) investment that links Mauritania to international infrastructure via the Nouadhibou landing point. The successful project has greatly improved the speed and stability of international communications.
By expanding its Fiber to the Home (FTTH) network, Maroc Telecom has provided Mauritanians with access to ultra-fast internet speeds, reaching up to 200 Mbps in major cities like Nouakchott and Nouadhibou. The development makes Mauritania one of the best-connected countries in West Africa, with network coverage currently reaching over 97% of the population. These advances position Mauritania as a regional digital hub.
The progress seen in Mauritania is part of a broader expansion strategy by Maroc Telecom across Africa. A pioneer in the Moroccan market, the group has invested more than MAD 45.4 billion in its African subsidiaries between 2006 and 2023, including MAD 4.5 billion in 2023 alone, representing 24.7% of the company’s annual revenue.
These investments reflect the Moroccan group’s commitment to meeting the growing demand for connectivity and modernizing the infrastructure in the countries where it operates.
Maroc Telecom has also launched large-scale projects, including the Trans-African land cable linking Morocco to Niger via Mauritania, Mali, and Burkina Faso spanning over 5,700 kilometers. The 9,400-kilometer “West Africa” submarine cable connects West Africa to Europe via Morocco to enhance regional infrastructure and facilitate the flow of information across the continent.
Through its continued investment in infrastructure, Maroc Telecom plays a pivotal role in Mauritania, not only by providing essential telecommunications services but also by funding digital inclusion initiatives and supporting education and technological innovation.
In a country where internet access remains a government priority, Maroc Telecom positions itself as a strategic partner, actively contributing to the country’s digital transformation.
As the African continent undergoes a digital transformation, Maroc Telecom’s investments are seen as a key driver of development. The group is thus establishing itself as a telecommunications pioneer in Africa, placing connectivity at the heart of the continent’s sustainable development process.