Sources say that AWCC paid $25 million to acquire the license.
By activating 3G internet services, AWCC would be in a position to offer customers across the entire country, world class internet services, said Afghanistan Ministry of Communication.
Mr. Amin Ramin, head of AWCC also confirmed that 3G internet services would soon be available to customers of AWCC.
Afghan Wireless Communication Company is a pioneer in the field of telecommunications in Afghanistan. It is also the largest telecom company in the country with more than 5000 employees.
AWCC has been providing its customers with superior telecommunications experience since 2002. The company also boasts of a microwave backbone that covers a length of over 4000 kilometers.