Nelson Amenya is a Kenyan whistleblower who has recently gained attention for exposing the controversial deal involving the Indian conglomerate Adani Group and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).
Currently residing in France, Amenya is pursuing an MBA at HEC Paris, where he is expanding his knowledge and skills in business management and strategy.
As a former Creative Manager at Majid Al Futtaim in Kenya, he honed his expertise in marketing and brand development.
Professional background
Amenya holds a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Communication and Advertising from Moi University, where he developed a strong foundation in visual communication and marketing principles.
In addition to his formal education, he has pursued numerous certifications on platforms like LinkedIn, focusing on areas such as design thinking, growth strategies, and sustainability.
Amenya’s previous roles, including serving as the Branding Section in Charge at Carrefour Mega, have further solidified his expertise in brand management and strategic marketing.
Whistleblowing and threats of safety
Amenya’s decision to blow the whistle on the Adani-JKIA deal stems from his deep concern about the potential ramifications for Kenya’s international reputation.
He argues that the deal could lead to significant negative perceptions of the country, particularly given Adani Group’s controversial history.
After publicly sharing details about the deal, Amenya became the target of a coordinated harassment campaign orchestrated by bloggers who are believed to be financially supported by Adani.
This campaign has included threats against his safety and a letter from Kenyan authorities branding him an “enemy of the state.”
Recently, Amenya claimed that his life is under threat following the exposé.
He claimed officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) reached out to him, warning him over facing numerous charges over the issue.
“I don’t think I’m really safe. I’ve received a lot of threats since the day I exposed this deal from Indian bloggers as well as in Kenya. The DCI try to intimidate us by sending trumped up charges,” he said.
