The harsh truth about building a startup in Pakistan as a woman

Startups sound exciting, but the struggle is very real.

In this episode of Let’s Be Real, host Tanya Abbasi is joined by Halima Iqbal, CEO and founder of Oraan, and Maha Shahzad, CEO and founder of BusCaro.

These two are leading the Pakistani startup space with strong opinions and a drive to make a difference.

From raising funds to finding the right team, this episode dives into what no one tells you about building something from scratch. Plus: smart saving habits, spending guilt, and why financial independence matters for women in Pakistan.