Kabul, Dec. 9 -- Some residents in Kabul have raised concerns over poor internet quality and high data prices, saying the situation has made it difficult to stay connected despite paying significant amounts for mobile packages, Tolo News reported. Many users claim that data runs out quickly and connection speeds are too slow to meet everyday needs.

Local residents said they are forced to pay for internet services that do not deliver the expected performance. Fahim, a Kabul resident, said, "The internet is very weak across all SIM cards. When we activate a 20GB package, it doesn't even last for a month, it barely lasts 20 days."

Another resident, Irfanullah, told Tolo News that basic online activities have become difficult. "The internet...