Afghan Wireless Communications

Name

Afghan Wireless Communications

Legal name

Afghan Wireless Communication Company

Website

https://afghan-wireless.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mobile Telecommunications Services

NAICS

Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (517112), Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (51711)

SIC

Radiotelephone Communications (4812), Communications Services, Nec (4899)

akta.pro primary industry

Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) Mobile Operators (HDAIAAAG)

Keywords

• Mobile telecommunications
• Wireless voice services
• Mobile data services
• Mobile financial services
• Enterprise communications

Headquarters

HQ city

Kabul

HQ country

Afghanistan

HQ region

Asia

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Mobile Voice Services: Prepaid and postpaid voice call services with various minute bundles and packages including on-net and off-net rates.
2. Mobile Data Services: 4G LTE, 3G, and 2G internet data bundles ranging from daily hourly packs to monthly plans, including SuperWiFi and prepaid data roaming.
3. Mobile Money / E-Payments: My Money mobile financial services including money transfers, merchant payments, salary disbursements, bill payments, and airtime top-up.
4. Enterprise Corporate Solutions: E1 services, STM solutions, PABX solutions, dedicated internet, point-to-point data links, bulk SMS, OBD campaigns, IVR solutions, repeaters, and routers for businesses.
5. International Calling: International call services to various countries with zone-based pricing.
6. Device Sales: 4G LTE routers, internet modems sold at brand shops and through corporate sales.
7. Value Added Services: CRBT (ringtone), sports portal, missed call alerts, balance transfer, HOSHMAND AI bot, and other VAS offerings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Afghan Wireless Communications Company (AWCC) provides mobile telecommunications services across Afghanistan, including prepaid and postpaid voice, SMS, mobile internet (2G/3G/4G LTE with 5G testing), SuperWiFi broadband, enterprise solutions (E1, STM, PABX, dedicated internet, point-to-point links, bulk SMS, IVR), mobile money/financial services through subsidiary ABMMC, value-added services, internet devices, and e-payment services to over 5.5 million subscribers across all 34 provinces.

Product overview

Afghan Wireless Communications Company (AWCC) is Afghanistan's first and largest wireless telecommunications company, operating as a unified platform of interconnected mobile, internet, and financial services. The core offering consists of mobile voice and data services through 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, and 5G networks, complemented by SuperWiFi broadband, enterprise solutions (E1, STM, PABX, dedicated internet, and point-to-point links), and mobile financial services through My Money. Value-added services include TOP SIM+ and Student Pack prepaid plans, AWCC eSIM, voice/SMS bundles, international roaming, data packages, and the AI-powered HOSHMAND Bot. The company also offers the Asan mobile app, internet devices (4G routers and modems), and enterprise services like Bulk SMS, IVR, and toll-free numbers. AWCC's services span all 34 provinces of Afghanistan, serving both individual consumers and government/business enterprise customers through its extensive microwave and fiber optic backbone infrastructure.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• My Money (زما پیسې, پولم): Mobile money and mobile financial services network offering money transfers, salary disbursements, merchant payments, and utility bill payments
• Asan App
• HOSHMAND Bot

Products and services

• TOP SIM+ Prepaid mobile SIM plan for individual consumers with per-second billing, on-net and off-net voice rates, and recharge-based data bonuses.
• Student Pack Specialized prepaid SIM for students with discounted voice, data bundles for online learning, and CUG benefits to AWCC numbers.
• AWCC eSIM Digital embedded SIM for mobile and smart devices supporting multiple mobile numbers on a single eSIM device for prepaid and postpaid subscribers.
• 4G/LTE Mobile Internet Fourth-generation mobile network technology delivering data transfer rates up to 60 Mbps with coverage across all 34 provinces, enabling HD video streaming, video calls, and online gaming.
• SuperWiFi Advanced wireless broadband technology using UHF/UHV bands enabling signal propagation up to 60 miles at speeds up to 22 Mbps for corporate, SMBs, NGOs, and individual customers.
• My Money (Mobile Money) Mobile financial services network operated by subsidiary ABMMC offering money transfer, salary disbursement, merchant payments, and utility bill payments, covering 80% of Afghanistan's geography.
• Asan App Self-serve mobile app on Android and iOS for account management, bundle purchases, recharge, data sharing, and access to digital content.
• 4G LTE Wi-Fi Router Indoor wireless gateway (ZLT S12) supporting up to 150 Mbps connectivity and 16 simultaneous device connections, including 12GB free data.
• Internet Modem USB modem for laptop/desktop internet connectivity across Afghanistan, bundled with 1GB, 3GB, or 7GB free data.
• AWCC 3G/4G Signal Repeater Indoor signal repeater device for improving voice and mobile internet signals in weak coverage zones, covering up to 500 square meters with installation by AWCC.
• HOSHMAND Bot Afghanistan's first GPT-powered conversational AI bot offering text-to-image generation and intelligent Q&A, available as a subscription service to AWCC subscribers.
• E1 Services High-capacity voice solution for enterprises with large call volumes, terminating directly at client PABX facilities, including call center hosting.
• STM Solution Corporate internet bandwidth service providing up to 1.2GB capacity with 99% uptime through AWCC's microwave backbone and IP-based transport ring.
• PABX Solution Corporate communication solution providing direct PABX connection to AWCC network over E1 circuits via microwave link, offering 30 voice channels per circuit.
• Bulk SMS Mass SMS marketing service enabling organizations to reach audiences across Afghanistan for public awareness campaigns and customer communication.
• OBD Campaign Push-voice outbound dialing campaign system for reaching both educated and non-educated customers with informative messages.
• IVR Solutions Interactive Voice Response solutions for enterprise customer management and satisfaction enhancement.
• Point to Point Data Link Private data connectivity between two nodes for businesses with geographically distributed offices, suitable for banks, military, ministries, and large corporations requiring secure data transfer.
• Dedicated Internet Service Fixed-bandwidth internet connection ensuring consistent speed throughout the day regardless of user load or location.
• Enterprise Data Bundles High-volume data packages for medium and large enterprises with secure, dedicated communications, higher data volumes, and affordable pricing.
• Postpaid Business Plans Postpaid mobile plans for businesses with customizable features, employee plan management, and 4G LTE access.
• Hybrid Plans Combined prepaid/postpaid plans for SMEs allowing employers to extend benefits while employees can add services at their own cost.
• CRBT (Caller Ring Back Tone) Music ringtone service allowing users to set custom songs as their caller ringback tone, with options for individual caller customization.
• Sports Portal Subscription-based service providing SMS alerts for sports including Cricket, Football, Tennis, Futsal, and Volleyball via WAP, SMS, and USSD.
• International Roaming Voice and data roaming services for AWCC subscribers traveling internationally, available in 120+ countries.
• Toll Free Services Toll-free customer care numbers allowing callers to reach businesses without charge.
• CUG (Close User Group) Closed user group service for specific organizational groups enabling cheaper or free intra-group calls and SMS.
• SMPP Service Short Message Peer-to-Peer protocol interface for SMS transfer between external entities and AWCC's SMSC for enterprise messaging applications.
• USSD Service Unstructured Supplementary Service Data protocol for real-time communication sessions via character-based mobile codes, up to 182 characters.
• 5G Network Testing First 5G technology test in Afghanistan, bringing ultra-fast connectivity and low latency to users in Kabul with plans to expand nationwide to AWCC's 5.5 million customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• First 5G technology test in Afghanistan, demonstrating technological leadership
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (Taliban-led)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 April 2026Partnership with Afghanistan's Ministry of Communications and Information Technology for 5G pilot in Kabul. AWCC confirmed it began testing 5G equipment and plans to eventually deliver 5G nationwide to its 5.5 million customers. Ministry is upgrading 74 base stations with 5G and building 46 new telecom sites.
• Rashid KhanflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 22 April 2024Leading cricketer Rashid Khan signed as AWCC brand ambassador on April 22, 2024 in India. Aligns with AWCC's vision targeting young, energetic audience. Rashid Khan is recognized as a brilliant cricketer and social media influencer, serving as inspiration to millions.
• Afghan PostcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 February 2020Strategic partnership signed February 27, 2020 between AWCC and Afghan Post (national postal organization). Memorandum of understanding to bolster cooperation, expand relations, and provide facilities in communication, internet, and postal services. AWCC's technological innovation to bring 4G/LTE communications services to millions throughout Afghanistan.
• Maiwand BankcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2011Maiwand Bank is the banking partner for Afghan Besim Mobile Money Company (ABMMC). ABMMC platform is fully integrated with Maiwand Bank. ABMMC has plans to integrate with additional banks in the future.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Roshan (Telecom Development Company Afghanistan): Roshan is Afghanistan's other leading mobile network operator, offering 2G/3G/4G voice, data, and mobile money (M-Paisa) services. It directly competes with AWCC for consumer, enterprise, and government customers across Afghanistan.
• MTN Afghanistan: MTN Afghanistan is a subsidiary of MTN Group, one of Africa's largest mobile operators, providing 3G/4G voice, data, and mobile money services. It is a direct competitor to AWCC in the Afghan consumer and enterprise segments.
• Etisalat Afghanistan: Etisalat Afghanistan is part of e&, offering mobile voice, data, and broadband services. It directly competes with AWCC for both retail subscribers and enterprise/government customers across Afghanistan.
• Salaam (Afghan Telecom): Afghan Telecom (Salaam) is the state-affiliated fixed-line and mobile operator in Afghanistan, providing competing voice and broadband services. It is a direct peer competing for the same consumer, enterprise, and government market.

Broad incumbents

• VEON Ltd: VEON is a global digital operator providing 4G/5G voice, data, and digital services across multiple emerging markets including Pakistan and CIS. Comparable to AWCC as an emerging-market mobile operator with diversified digital services, though not directly competing in Afghanistan.
• Grameenphone (Telenor): Grameenphone is Bangladesh's largest mobile operator, majority-owned by Telenor. Comparable to AWCC as an emerging-market MNO with strong rural reach, mobile financial services (bKash), and government/enterprise contracts, though serving a different geography.
• Dialog Axiata: Dialog Axiata is Sri Lanka's largest mobile operator offering 4G/5G, fixed broadband, and digital financial services. Comparable to AWCC as a South Asian emerging-market MNO with mobile money (eZ Cash) and enterprise services, though serving a different geography.

Emerging players

• M-Pesa (Safaricom/Vodafone): Safaricom's M-Pesa is the world's leading mobile money platform, comparable to AWCC's My Money as a fintech-on-telecom model serving an underbanked population. While M-Pesa operates in Kenya and other African markets, it is the template ABMMC is following in Afghanistan.

Others

• Maiwand Bank: Maiwand Bank is AWCC's banking partner for the My Money mobile money platform, fully integrated with ABMMC. It is an ecosystem partner rather than a competitor, comparable as an enabler of AWCC's fintech strategy.
• Bayat Group: Bayat Group is AWCC's parent conglomerate and Afghanistan's largest private company. Comparable as the holding entity providing strategic, capital, and operational support to AWCC's telecom and mobile money businesses.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/awcc
• Instagraminstagram.com/afghan_wireless

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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