Nairobi’s Wash Wash Kings: Corruption, Drugs & Dirty Deals; From Gold Scams to Fake Dollars

Nairobi has a secret economy—one that thrives on scams, fake dollars, and dirty money. In this explosive episode, I sit with Odhiambo Otieno to unpack the world of Wash Wash fraud. From gold scams and fake invoices to offshore accounts and crypto, we trace how billions move from the shadows into luxury cars, mansions, and legitimate businesses. Odhiambo reveals the tricks cartels use to clean dirty cash—placement, layering, and integration—and the human cost behind the illusion of quick wealth. Why do so many fall into this trap? How deep does the Wash Wash network go in Kenya? And can anyone really escape once they’re inside? This conversation takes you to the heart of a hidden empire where fraud meets power, and easy money comes with the highest price.