Food relief by Egyptian startup in Pakistan during lockdown

An Egyptian transportation company has partnered with Pakistani NGOs in a relief effort for workers on daily wage, who have been affected by the shutdown of businesses across the country, as administrations are trying to contain the coronavirus outbreak.

In partnership with Saylani Welfare Trust, Robinhood Army and Rizq, the Egyptian startup, Swvl, will distribute more than 2 million ration packs to those left without work and means to earn, Shahzeb Memon, Swvl Pakistan general manager told Arab News on Tuesday.