5 KES to ZAR5 Kenyan Shilling = 0.6277 South African Rand
🇰🇪 5 Kenyan Shilling (KES5) is worth 🇿🇦 0.6277 South African Rand (R0.6277) at the current exchange rate of 1 KES = 0.1255 ZAR. Rates were last updated Sep 22, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the KES to ZAR rate rose 1.48% (high 0.1257 on September 15, 2026, low 0.1234 on September 6, 2026, average 0.1245). Over the last 90 days, the KES to ZAR rate fell 1.56% (high 0.13 on July 26, 2026, low 0.1234 on September 6, 2026, average 0.1259).
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Convert 5 Kenyan Shilling to South African Rand
1 KES = R0.1255 ZAR
1 ZAR = KES7.965 KES
- 30-day change
- +1.48%
- 90-day high
- 0.13
- 90-day low
- 0.1234
Last updated: Sep 22, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC
Convert Kenyan Shilling to South African Rand
| KES | ZAR |
|---|---|
| KES1 KES | R0.1255 ZAR |
| KES5 KES | R0.6277 ZAR |
| KES10 KES | R1.2555 ZAR |
| KES25 KES | R3.1387 ZAR |
| KES50 KES | R6.2774 ZAR |
| KES100 KES | R12.5549 ZAR |
| KES500 KES | R62.7743 ZAR |
| KES1,000 KES | R125.5486 ZAR |
| KES5,000 KES | R627.7431 ZAR |
| KES10,000 KES | R1,255.49 ZAR |
Convert South African Rand to Kenyan Shilling
| ZAR | KES |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | KES7.965 KES |
| R5 ZAR | KES39.8252 KES |
| R10 ZAR | KES79.6504 KES |
| R25 ZAR | KES199.126 KES |
| R50 ZAR | KES398.2521 KES |
| R100 ZAR | KES796.5042 KES |
| R500 ZAR | KES3,982.52 KES |
| R1,000 ZAR | KES7,965.04 KES |
| R5,000 ZAR | KES39,825.21 KES |
| R10,000 ZAR | KES79,650.42 KES |
KES to ZAR exchange rate history
KES to ZAR – last 90 days
KES to ZAR – last 12 months
KES to ZAR exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the Kenyan Shilling traded between 0.1234 and 0.13 South African Rand, averaging 0.1259. The KES/ZAR rate is down 1.56% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest KES to ZAR rate was 0.1347 (September 26, 2025) and the lowest was 0.1234 (September 6, 2026). The rate is down 6.82% year on year, meaning the Kenyan Shilling has lost value against the South African Rand.
| Date | 1 KES in ZAR | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2026 | 0.1253 | +0.56% |
| August 31, 2026 | 0.1246 | -3.49% |
| July 29, 2026 | 0.1291 | +1.51% |
| June 29, 2026 | 0.1272 | +0.18% |
| May 24, 2026 | 0.127 | -1.55% |
| April 24, 2026 | 0.129 | -1.38% |
| March 25, 2026 | 0.1308 | +5.04% |
| February 23, 2026 | 0.1245 | -0.49% |
| January 24, 2026 | 0.1251 | -3.18% |
| December 25, 2025 | 0.1292 | -3.13% |
| November 25, 2025 | 0.1334 | -0.11% |
| October 26, 2025 | 0.1336 | -0.88% |
| September 26, 2025 | 0.1347 | – |
Historical figures use daily reference rates: sampled every three days for the 90-day view and monthly for the 12-month view, plus today's live rate.
The Kenyan Shilling (KES) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the KES page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about KES →The South African Rand is the official currency of South Africa, issued under the oversight of the South African Reserve Bank. It has been in use since 1961 and is divided into 100 Cent.
South Africa has the most developed economy in Africa, and the rand is the most traded African currency. It's often used as a proxy for emerging market sentiment.
More about ZAR →How to convert Kenyan Shilling to South African Rand
- Enter the amount of KES you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that KES is selected as the source and ZAR as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the ZAR value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about KES to ZAR
How much is 1 Kenyan Shilling in South African Rand?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 Kenyan Shilling (KES) = 0.1255 South African Rand (ZAR). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 Kenyan Shilling in South African Rand?
As of September 22, 2026, 100 KES is equal to 12.5549 ZAR, based on a rate of 0.1255 ZAR per KES.
How much is 1 South African Rand in Kenyan Shilling?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 7.965 Kenyan Shilling (KES).
What has the KES to ZAR exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the KES/ZAR rate changed by +1.48%, ranging from 0.1234 to 0.1257. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 0.1234 to 0.13 and changed by -1.56%.
Which is stronger, the Kenyan Shilling or the South African Rand?
The South African Rand is currently worth more per unit than the Kenyan Shilling: 1 KES = 0.1255 ZAR, and 1 ZAR = 7.965 KES. A higher number per unit does not by itself mean a stronger economy; it also reflects how each currency is denominated.
When is the best time to convert KES to ZAR?
Currencies trade 24 hours a day from Monday morning in Sydney to Friday evening in New York, and rates move by the minute while markets are open. Liquidity is usually highest around 1–4 PM GMT, when the London and New York sessions overlap. Watching the 90-day range above helps you judge whether today's rate is high or low compared with recent weeks.
Is this the rate I will get at a bank or exchange service?
No. The figures on this page are mid-market reference rates used for information. Banks, cash exchanges and money-transfer services add a margin or fee, so the amount you actually receive is usually a little lower than the converted amount shown here.