5G technology central to Morocco's future economic and political challenges
via Le Matin4 min read
The 2026 Africa Executive Roundtable, organized by One Africa Forums in partnership with Ericsson and under the patronage of the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, highlighted 5G as a critical infrastructure for national competitiveness. Discussions in Rabat emphasized that 5G is more than a technological advancement; it is a driver of industrial power and sovereignty, crucial for African economies undergoing digital, industrial, and energy transitions. Khadija Laraqui, Development Director at One Africa Forums, underscored 5G's role as the backbone for African development, linking performance, innovation, and sustainability. Mohamed Ouhmed, Secretary General of the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, noted 5G's potential for industrial performance and energy management optimization, aligning with Morocco's green transition. The event also stressed digital sovereignty, with Badr Ndour, Head of Networks at Ericsson for West and Southern Africa, advocating for trusted partners to ensure regulatory compliance and data protection. Amine El Rhayour, Vice-President of OMSN, discussed how 5G, particularly private 5G, can transform industrial models and enhance local value creation, citing logistics as an example where intelligent systems can optimize operations. He also emphasized the need for sovereign cloud solutions to retain control over data and its generated wealth. Speakers presented various applications, from Industry 4.0 to sma
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