On this episode, Peris sit down with Nelson Amenya, a Kenyan entrepreneur and whistleblower who gained national and international attention for exposing a covert multibillion-dollar deal between the Kenyan government and India's Adani Group. His revelations centered around the proposed leasing of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to Adani Airport Holdings Limited for 30 years—a deal that bypassed standard procurement processes and raised serious concerns about transparency and competition.
In the very first episode, we hear from Nelson Amenya about how it all began—how a quiet moment of discovery turned into a national reckoning, and how he became one of Africa’s most courageous voices for truth and justice.
Nelson recounts the moment he was handed a confidential government contract—one that seemed routine at first glance, but quickly revealed a web of corruption, secrecy, and financial misconduct. As he dug deeper, he uncovered a $2 billion deal between the Kenyan government and India’s Adani Group that bypassed public tendering and raised serious red flags.
Faced with a moral crossroads, Nelson chose to speak out. He published the evidence on social media, sparking national protests, airport worker strikes, and eventually, the cancellation of the deal by President Ruto. His bravery earned him international recognition, but also threats, defamation, and legal intimidation.
In this episode, Nelson shares:
What motivated him to take the risk
How he navigated fear, backlash, and isolation
Why he believes ordinary citizens can be extraordinary changemakers
A gripping and inspirational opening to the series—one that reminds us that integrity, courage, and conviction can change the course of history.