5 ZAR to KES5 South African Rand = 39.8252 Kenyan Shilling
🇿🇦 5 South African Rand (R5) is worth 🇰🇪 39.8252 Kenyan Shilling (KES39.8252) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 7.965 KES. Rates were last updated Sep 22, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to KES rate fell 1.46% (high 8.1058 on September 6, 2026, low 7.9543 on September 15, 2026, average 8.0339). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to KES rate rose 1.59% (high 8.1058 on September 6, 2026, low 7.6922 on July 26, 2026, average 7.9429).
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Convert 5 South African Rand to Kenyan Shilling
1 ZAR = KES7.965 KES
1 KES = R0.1255 ZAR
- 30-day change
- -1.46%
- 90-day high
- 8.1058
- 90-day low
- 7.6922
Last updated: Sep 22, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC
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 |
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 |
ZAR to KES exchange rate history
ZAR to KES – last 90 days
ZAR to KES – last 12 months
ZAR to KES exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 7.6922 and 8.1058 Kenyan Shilling, averaging 7.9429. The ZAR/KES rate is up 1.59% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to KES rate was 8.1058 (September 6, 2026) and the lowest was 7.4219 (September 26, 2025). The rate is up 7.32% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has gained value against the Kenyan Shilling.
| Date | 1 ZAR in KES | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2026 | 7.9799 | -0.55% |
| August 31, 2026 | 8.0244 | +3.62% |
| July 29, 2026 | 7.7442 | -1.49% |
| June 29, 2026 | 7.8613 | -0.18% |
| May 24, 2026 | 7.8752 | +1.58% |
| April 24, 2026 | 7.7528 | +1.39% |
| March 25, 2026 | 7.6462 | -4.80% |
| February 23, 2026 | 8.0317 | +0.49% |
| January 24, 2026 | 7.9923 | +3.29% |
| December 25, 2025 | 7.7378 | +3.23% |
| November 25, 2025 | 7.4959 | +0.11% |
| October 26, 2025 | 7.4876 | +0.89% |
| September 26, 2025 | 7.4219 | – |
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 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 →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 →How to convert South African Rand to Kenyan Shilling
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that ZAR is selected as the source and KES as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the KES value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about ZAR to 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). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in Kenyan Shilling?
As of September 22, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 796.5042 KES, based on a rate of 7.965 KES per 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).
What has the ZAR to KES exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/KES rate changed by -1.46%, ranging from 7.9543 to 8.1058. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 7.6922 to 8.1058 and changed by +1.59%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the Kenyan Shilling?
The South African Rand is currently worth more per unit than the Kenyan Shilling: 1 ZAR = 7.965 KES, and 1 KES = 0.1255 ZAR. 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 ZAR to KES?
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.