Nelson Amenya is an award-winning whistleblower and strategy and innovation consultant focused on driving ethical leadership and sustainable transformation across Africa. After leading creative teams at Carrefour East Africa, he transitioned to public policy and innovation consulting, pursuing his MBA at HEC Paris and mentoring early-stage startups. Recognized among the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024, Nelson champions a future where transparency, innovation, and opportunity power Africa’s growth
Through a dynamic blend of consulting, advocacy, mentorship, and public engagement, Nelson Amenya works at the intersection of governance, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
Championing transparency and accountability through courageous action and policy reform.
Helping organizations design ethical, scalable strategies for lasting impact.
Guiding Africa’s emerging entrepreneurs to build resilient, purpose-driven startups.
Driving sustainable solutions in food systems, climate tech, and rural development.
Nelson Amenya’s work has been honored by leading institutions and media across Africa and beyond. From courageous whistleblowing to transformative strategy and innovation leadership, these accolades reflect a deep commitment to truth, transparency, and long-term impact.
Awarded for exposing a controversial infrastructure deal, catalyzing national dialogue on corruption and accountability.
Named among Africa’s most influential voices for his cross-sectoral leadership in governance, innovation, and ethical reform
Honored as a national changemaker shaping Kenya’s future through advocacy, mentorship, and policy influence.
Delivers sharp commentary and thought leadership on governance, innovation, and public transformation on Kenya’s leading newspaper
Africa’s startup ecosystem is alive with promise as entrepreneurs drive innovation across sectors from fintech and healthtech to agri-tech and logistics. Yet beneath this growth lies a critical problem: limited access to capital beyond the early stages and a persistent challenge around liquidity and investor exits. At the heart of this dilemma is a disconnect […]
A few days ago, I shared a graphic on X comparing the Gross Domestic Product of France ($3.05 trillion) with that of the entire African continent ($3.1 trillion). Simple numbers. But the responses? Anything but simple. From Nairobi to Lagos, Accra to Cairo, the comments poured in—a digital wildfire of disbelief, frustration and painful realisation. […]
What you need to know: While in London a few days ago, I met with the co-founder of a startup unicorn that had raised more than half-a-billion dollars. I was excited, eager to pick his brain on building startups, and share my own ambitions to contribute to the continent’s transformation. But let’s be honest — […]
