Aisha Raheem-Bolarinwa: Pushing Boundaries, Leveraging Technology for Agricultural, Medical Development

Aisha Raheem-Bolarinwa wears many hats. She is the founder, CEO, and vision director of Farmz2U, a digital platform revolutionising agriculture, and an OYW Ambassador for One Young World. Her journey began with a health scare in 2014, spurring her to prioritise healthier eating habits. This led her to uncover the challenges plaguing the food industry, igniting her determination to combat food waste and enhance nutritional intake.

Farmz2U, under Raheem-Bolarinwa’s leadership, addresses these issues by assisting farmers in crop planning, thereby curbing food wastage. The platform empowers farmers to make informed decisions about crop selection, budgeting, and profit targets. It also provides vital resources such as training guides, market insights, and access to financing and insurance. Raheem-Bolarinwa’s vision extends beyond farm management; she envisions a future where health-conscious consumers can use Farmz2U to create personalised meal plans and shop directly from local farmers.

Raheem-Bolarinwa’s entrepreneurial spirit doesn’t stop there. In 2014, she founded Stealth Startup, aiming to bridge the gap between farmers and consumers in the natural food marketplace using technology. Her innovative approach caught the attention of the Royal Academy of Engineering, earning her a spot on the shortlist for the 2020 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation.

Collaboration lies at the heart of Aisha’s endeavours. Farmz2U has already forged partnerships with commercial farmers and the Nigerian Ministry of Agriculture’s farmer support program, expanding its reach to smallholder farmers. With each initiative, Raheem-Bolarinwa continues to push boundaries, leveraging technology to drive positive change in the agriculture and health sectors.