A cattle market in Karachi has an unusual member that people can not wrap their heads around. It is none other than a 21-year-old Ayesha Ghani who’s making her place in it.
Meet Ayesha Ghani
She’s the only woman standing tall in the cattle market in Karachi. Surely it’s not easy being the single woman in a place full of men. However, Ayesha is undaunted.
Ayesha does everything for the 36 animals she had reared and now brought to sell. Upon the customer’s inquiry, she shows their teeth, gives them water, brushes them. She does not exhibit any fear or lack of ability when it comes to doing the job.
Interestingly, Ayesha is also a gym instructor and sometimes teaches people how to ride a bike. It seems like tough activities are what she aligns herself with always. More power to her!
Check out her interview here:
How Is She Faring
Ayesha brought 36 animals to the cattle market and now has 24 left. She has also managed to sell 12 animals already. Upon being asked about how and why she’s here, her answer was straightforward and endearing. She just said she loved working with animals and had always been looking for an opportunity.
She added that she also wanted to change things around for the women and children who wish to visit the market. Ayesha’s journey has also not been comfortable. She remembered that the first time she came to get a stall, the owner of the area was baffled. Even a bit reluctant to provide the space. Moreover, others ask her irrelevant and personal questions.
She admits that from time to time, those questions influence her negatively, and she feels upset.
Women Empowerment
A cluster of good news has formed over the past couple of days regarding women. It’s refreshing, hopeful, and inspiring to see women make their mark in any place which is dominated by men.
For instance, the Foodpanda Hijabi Hero who was making rounds on social media earlier. She’s out to earn for her family, and she does not pay heed to the unnecessary restrictions imposed on her.
Take the young Balochi girl who was surfing like a pro, fearless, and motivated. Pakistanis also came forth to offer their support and love to her.
Now we have the example of Ayesha also who’s breaking one stereotype at a time. When you think of a mandi, the last thing you can think of is a woman selling animals there. She’s possibly the first of her kind, and that’s incredible.
Here’s to more women taking charge!
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