Major Expansion: Ali Sheikhani Brings Food Papa and Papa Ride to U.S., UAE, and Pakistan
American businessman Ali Sheikhani, through his Sheikhani Group, is launching Food Papa and Papa Ride in the U.S., UAE, and Pakistan, with a grand promise of 50,000 new jobs. Starting April 18, 2025, they’ll open applications for restaurants and riders, aiming for a June 20, 2025 launch. The big question is, can this ambitious project make it in Pakistan’s tough startup scene? They’re aiming to tackle unemployment by giving people rickshaws and bikes to earn a living. It’s a good idea, but Pakistan’s startup world is a tough place.
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Pakistan’s digital economy is growing, but startups often fail due to funding problems, unstable economy, and tricky regulations. Ali Sheikhani’s experience and money from the U.S. could help, but the local market is complex. Creating 50,000 jobs is a big goal, but they’ll need a solid plan and steady funding to pull it off. They’re also working with Zafar Abbas from JDC Foundation on a Ramadan Employment Scheme, providing food and jobs to people in need. Sheikhani argues it’s fair for the wealthy to help those less fortunate, but some say charity isn’t a long-term solution.
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Whether Food Papa and Papa Ride succeed depends on how well they handle Pakistan’s startup challenges. They have the potential for a lot of job creation, but they’ll need to overcome funding issues, logistical problems, and tough competition. They need a solid way to make money to turn this ambitious plan into a lasting success. While the Sheikhani Group’s plan is optimistic, the journey ahead is full of hurdles. It remains to be seen if Food Papa and Papa Ride can truly thrive in Pakistan’s challenging environment.
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