Live KES/UGX rate, a Kenyan Shilling-to-Ugandan Shilling table and an instant calculator — all below. Financiar gives African finance teams one place to convert and send money to Uganda from Kenya.
Kenyan Shilling to Ugandan Shilling conversion table
| Kenyan Shilling (KES) | Ugandan Shilling (UGX) |
|---|---|
| KSh1 | USh28.12 |
| KSh5 | USh140.59 |
| KSh10 | USh281.18 |
| KSh50 | USh1,405.92 |
| KSh100 | USh2,811.85 |
| KSh500 | USh14,059.24 |
| KSh1,000 | USh28,118.47 |
| KSh5,000 | USh140,592.36 |
| KSh10,000 | USh281,184.71 |
| KSh50,000 | USh1,405,923.56 |
Rates shown are indicative mid-market rates as of 2026-07-05 and are for information only — they are not a quote. Check the live converter before sending.
Sending Ugandan Shilling from Kenya as a business
Paying a supplier, contractor or partner in Uganda? Financiar processes same-currency payouts for businesses in Africa, North America, the UK, and the EU — with KYC, AES-256 encryption, and NDPR/GDPR-aligned data handling. Note: Financiar does not convert currencies — you need to hold Ugandan Shilling (UGX) in your account before sending. Every payout is logged for reconciliation with a full audit trail.
KES to UGX — FAQ
What is the KES to UGX exchange rate today?
As of 2026-07-05, 1 KES = USh28.12 UGX. Mid-market rates move constantly through the day — use the converter above for the latest figure before you send.
How do I send money from Kenya to Uganda for business?
Open a Financiar account, fund it, and pay your supplier or partner in Ugandan Shilling. You get a clear rate up front and a record of every payment for your books — no opaque bank spreads.
Does Financiar support Kenyan Shilling and Ugandan Shilling?
Financiar supports same-currency payouts and spend management for businesses in Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Rwanda, South Africa), North America (US, Canada), UK, and the EU/EEA. These rate pages are for reference — Financiar does not perform currency conversion inside the platform.
Is the mid-market rate the rate I'll pay?
The mid-market rate is the reference rate banks use between themselves. Most providers add a margin. Financiar's aim is to keep that margin transparent so you always know the real cost of a KES→UGX transfer.
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