Firdaus Alidou
Co-Manager ,
AgriTech WANGARA Ltd
Benin
2025
Firdaus Alidou is the co-manager of AgriTech WANGARA Ltd, a Beninese start-up advancing sustainable agriculture and resilient value chains in the face of climate change. The company develops innovative solutions, including WANGARAPP, a digital platform that enhances smallholder farmers’ access to reliable information on markets and sustainable practices, particularly for rural women. An environmental microbiologist, Firdaus leverages her expertise in soil microorganisms to promote carbon sequestration and strengthen ecosystem health. Her work bridges science, technology, and social impact, driving climate adaptation, women’s empowerment, and inclusive agricultural transformation across West Africa.
As an environmental microbiologist, Firdaus leverages her expertise in soil microorganisms to promote carbon sequestration and enhance ecosystem health. Her work bridges science, technology, and social impact, driving climate adaptation, women’s empowerment, and inclusive agricultural transformation across West Africa.

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