Which country cancelled (21 November 2024) airport and energy deals with Gautam Adani over bribery and fraud allegations?

A)
Kenya
B)
France
C)
South Africa
D)
United States

Correct Answer :   Kenya


* Kenya, under President William Ruto, cancelled multimillion-dollar deals with Indian tycoon Gautam Adani on November 21, 2024.

* These included the Nairobi Airport Modernisation Project and a contract for power transmission lines.

* The decision followed U.S. indictments accusing Adani of securities fraud and a bribery scheme linked to a solar energy project in India.

* Public protests and worker strikes in Kenya further fueled the decision, citing potential job losses and poor labour conditions.

* This move underscores Kenya’s commitment to transparency and public accountability in international agreements.

Published On : November 22, 2024