The Leading African Women in Food Fellowship is an ambitious program aimed at supporting changemakers who are making outstanding contributions/impact in the African food ecosystem. This initiative amplifies, celebrates, champions, and advances the work of these female food changemakers.
Aishah A. Sulaiman is a key leader at Royal Pearls Resources Ltd, a distinguished women-owned enterprise transforming Nigeria’s agro-export landscape through value-added agricultural products. With a strong commitment to excellence, sustainability, and global competitiveness, Royal Pearls Resources Ltd is positioning itself as a preferred Nigerian brand in international agro-export markets.
Aishah’s work aligns with efforts to boost Nigeria’s foreign exchange earnings while contributing to global food security, in line with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 2 (Zero Hunger). She plays an active role in advancing sustainable agro-processing practices, including the adoption of renewable energy solutions and climate-smart agriculture approaches across the value chain.
Her achievements include being a recipient of the AU StartUp/Aftrade Awards (2021) and participating in reputable capacity-building programs such as WACOMP (West Africa Competitiveness Programme). Through Royal Pearls Resources Ltd, she has supported impactful initiatives, including the training of over 300 women in the cassava value chain, fostering skills development, income generation, and inclusive economic growth.
Beyond business success, Aishah is driven by a vision to create long-term social impact, particularly by expanding opportunities for women in agro-processing and export-oriented agribusiness. Her leadership and commitment to sustainable development continue to contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s agricultural transformation and women’s economic empowerment.
Royal Pearls Resources Limited
Nigeria
2024