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- Samuel Abisai won a Sh221 million jackpot seven years ago
- Abisai has diversified his investments into paint business, farming, and fashion
- He has been focused on empowering women in his community through pig farming
Seven years after winning a life-changing Sh221 million jackpot, Samuel Abisai has opened up about how his life has evolved since that historic win.
In an interview on the POV Podcast where he was hosted by Cate Rira, Abisai shared insights into his journey, his challenges, and his aspirations for the future.
Navigating newfound wealth
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Abisai, who became a household name in Kenya after his win in 2017, revealed that life after the jackpot has been filled with both opportunities and challenges.
He has been inundated with advice on how to manage his fortune, with some individuals offering genuine counsel, while others have been less scrupulous.
"I receive tens of people advising me on how to spend my money, some of whom are unscrupulous," Abisai shared.
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2017 Sh221 million mega jackpot winner Samuel Abisai
The attention has not only come from strangers but also from within his own circle. Abisai recounted how even his relatives have been approached by people seeking his assistance.
"People sought me out even through my relatives," he said, highlighting the intense scrutiny that came with his newfound wealth.
Strategic investments
Despite the pressures, Abisai has remained focused on securing his financial future. He has diversified his investments into various ventures, including paint business, farming, and fashion—his long-time passion since his university days.
Abisai’s clothing line has been a significant part of his journey, allowing him to explore his creative side while building a sustainable business.
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2017 Sh221 million mega jackpot winner Samuel Abisai
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In the agricultural sector, Abisai has embarked on a pig farming venture with a specific goal in mind.
"I want to empower women from my home to have something they can build themselves with," he explained, showing his commitment to uplifting his community.
His paint business, however, specialised in car paints rather than house-based paints, demonstrating his keen understanding of niche markets.
Life's challenges
Abisai admitted that winning such a substantial amount of money came with its own set of challenges.
"After winning the cash, I discovered that the Sh221 million was not as much money as I had thought,” he confessed.
This realisation has shaped his approach to wealth management and has driven him to make calculated decisions about his investments.
The win also brought about challenges within his family, particularly regarding the distribution of funds.
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2017 Sh221 million mega jackpot winner Samuel Abisai
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Abisai, a father of two with eleven siblings, noted that the win initially caused some friction within the family.
"There were issues, but now the family is stable, and the animosity is mostly external," he remarked.
Giving back to society and political ambitions
Philanthropy has been a significant part of Abisai’s post-jackpot life. Drawing from his own experience as a beneficiary of sponsorship, which saw him educated all the way to China, he has taken it upon himself to support underprivileged children.
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2017 Sh221 million mega jackpot winner Samuel Abisai
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Looking ahead, Abisai has set his sights on a new challenge—politics. He revealed his intention to run for a parliamentary seat in Lugari Constituency in the 2027 general elections.