Kennedy Rapudo took to Instagram to respond to growing criticism and speculations regarding the source of his wealth. The popular figure, known for his presence in Kenya’s public life, expressed frustration over the sudden interest in his finances, contrasting it with the silence when he was struggling financially.
Rapudo, who has faced accusations of being involved in fraudulent activities like gold scams or the infamous “Wash Wash” schemes, vehemently dismissed these claims. “No one asked about the source of my poverty when I was broke,” Rapudo stated in a post on his Instagram story. He emphasized that his current success is a result of hard work and legitimate efforts, not illegal activities.
Addressing the rumors head-on, Rapudo made it clear that he has never been involved in any criminal schemes. “Gold scams? Wash Wash? Those are not my lanes and never will be. I’ve never been involved in anything illegal, and I never will be. If you’re curious, ask the people actually involved or the DCI—not me,” he added. His message was clear: any allegations about his wealth are rooted in jealousy and malice rather than fact.
The Instagram post also pointed out the irony of the situation, with Rapudo calling out those who seem to focus on other people’s lives rather than their own. “It’s amusing how people focus on others’ lives instead of their own,” he remarked. He also reminded his followers that, as a public figure, any legitimate evidence of wrongdoing would have been exposed by now.
Rapudo ended his message with a commitment to continue building his life “one honest step at a time,” stressing the importance of privacy in his financial matters. His post served as both a defense against unfounded accusations and a message of resilience against detractors. As he remains focused on his future, Rapudo’s message encourages others to trust in hard work and integrity rather than entertaining baseless rumors.
