According to a report by the Financial Studies and Forecasts Directorate, the number of mobile phone subscribers in Morocco reached 58.8 million by June 2026. This represents a slight increase of 0.1% compared to the previous year. The growth rate was 3.2% in the previous year. The directorate's report also noted that the mobile phone penetration rate stood at 157.9% at the end of June 2026.
The mobile phone penetration rate in Morocco has been steadily increasing over the years. At the end of June 2025, the penetration rate was 159.6%, while in June 2021, it was 135.6%. The number of mobile phone subscribers has been growing steadily, driven by increasing demand for mobile services. The directorate's report also noted that the fixed-line phone sector recorded an 8% increase during the first half of 2026.
The internet sector also recorded significant growth, with the number of subscribers increasing by 1.9% to reach 42 million by June 2026. The internet penetration rate stood at 112.6% at the end of June 2026, up from 111.8% at the end of June 2025 and 86.2% in June 2021. The growth in internet subscribers is driven by increasing demand for online services and digital applications.
The Moroccan government has been investing heavily in the telecommunications sector to improve infrastructure and increase access to mobile and internet services. The sector has seen significant growth in recent years, driven by increasing demand for digital services. The government aims to increase the country's digital penetration and improve the quality of services.
The growth in mobile phone and internet subscribers has also been driven by the increasing use of mobile devices for various services, including banking, e-commerce, and education. The Moroccan government has been promoting the use of digital services to improve the country's economic and social development. The sector is expected to continue growing in the coming years.
The Financial Studies and Forecasts Directorate's report also noted that the country's budget deficit decreased to 58.6 billion dirhams at the end of August 2026, down from 59.5 billion dirhams in the same period last year. The decrease in budget deficit is attributed to increased revenue from taxes and other sources.
The Moroccan economy has been showing signs of recovery, driven by growth in various sectors, including telecommunications, tourism, and manufacturing. The country's economic growth is expected to continue in the coming years, driven by investments in infrastructure and human capital. The telecommunications sector is expected to play a key role in driving economic growth.
Key points
- Morocco's mobile phone subscribers reached 58.8 million by June 2026.
- The mobile phone penetration rate stood at 157.9% at the end of June 2026.
- The internet penetration rate stood at 112.6% at the end of June 2026.
