In Nairobi boardrooms, Gautam Adani was regarded as a visionary, a partner capable of transforming Kenya’s infrastructure and addressing critical gaps in the country’s energy and aviation sectors.

Yet, on the global stage, Adani’s reputation is sharply contested, with mounting allegations of corruption and fraudulent business practices.

Adani’s company, the Adani Group, is the subject of an ongoing investigation by the United States Department of Justice, with accusations of bribes exceeding $250 (Sh32 billion) million promised to Indian government officials to secure lucrative solar energy contracts.