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Nightclubs: Nairobi's new money laundering hubs?

Nairobi's high-end nightclubs provide the perfect cover, blending dirty cash with legitimate earnings.

It's becoming a familiar sight-another high-end nightclub or upscale bar springing up across Nairobi, from the city center to the outskirts.

Social media platforms- Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and WhatsApp-are flooded with flashy images and videos showcasing extravagant events at these venues.

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