Convert Kenya Shilling to Ugandan Shilling
1 KES = 30.5500 UGX
as of 9 Sept 2026, 03:01
The live KES-to-UGX rate on OnLink, updated automatically.
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KES to UGX rate history
- High
- 29.2385
- Low
- 28.2501
- Average
- 28.8883
- Change
- +1.71%
Over the last 30 days, 1 KES peaked at 29.2385 UGX on 4 Sept 2026 and dipped to 28.2501 UGX on 22 Aug 2026. Today it's 29.2190 UGX.
| Date | KES → UGX |
|---|---|
| 11 Aug 2026 | 28.7264 |
| 14 Aug 2026 | 28.6962 |
| 17 Aug 2026 | 28.6470 |
| 20 Aug 2026 | 28.8195 |
| 23 Aug 2026 | 28.7992 |
| 26 Aug 2026 | 28.8779 |
| 29 Aug 2026 | 29.0360 |
| 1 Sept 2026 | 29.1194 |
| 4 Sept 2026 | 29.2385 |
| 7 Sept 2026 | 29.2101 |
| 8 Sept 2026 | 29.2190 |
OnLink vs other KES–UGX providers
| Provider | Rate (1 unit → UGX) | Markup |
|---|---|---|
| OnLinkYou | 28.7000 | +1.95% |
| Forex bureaus (typical)indicative | 28.3939 | +3.00% |
| Mobile money (typical)indicative | 28.2475 | +3.50% |
| Kenyan banks (typical)indicative | 28.1012 | +4.00% |
Competitor rates are indicative, sourced from public data, and refreshed automatically. Your exact OnLink rate is confirmed in the app at the time of transfer. Mid-market reference: 29.2720. Updated 9 Sept 2026.
KES to UGX conversion table
| KES | UGX |
|---|---|
| 1 KES | USh 30.55 |
| 5 KES | USh 152.75 |
| 10 KES | USh 305.50 |
| 25 KES | USh 763.75 |
| 50 KES | USh 1,528 |
| 100 KES | USh 3,055 |
| 250 KES | USh 7,638 |
| 500 KES | USh 15,275 |
| 1,000 KES | USh 30,550 |
| 5,000 KES | USh 152,750 |
| 10,000 KES | USh 305,500 |
UGX to KES conversion table
| UGX | KES |
|---|---|
| 1 UGX | Ksh 0.03 |
| 5 UGX | Ksh 0.16 |
| 10 UGX | Ksh 0.33 |
| 25 UGX | Ksh 0.82 |
| 50 UGX | Ksh 1.64 |
| 100 UGX | Ksh 3.27 |
| 250 UGX | Ksh 8.18 |
| 500 UGX | Ksh 16.37 |
| 1,000 UGX | Ksh 32.73 |
| 5,000 UGX | Ksh 163.67 |
| 10,000 UGX | Ksh 327.33 |
Converting Kenyan Shillings to Ugandan Shilling
Converting Kenyan Shillings to Ugandan Shilling with OnLink uses the live mid-market-anchored rate rather than a marked-up tourist rate. KES–UGX links Kenya and Uganda, two of the deepest-integrated economies in the East African Community.
Because OnLink holds real multi-currency balances, your Kenyan Shillings convert into Ugandan Shilling you can hold, spend, or send onward — settled from the same live rate you see on this page.
Fund the conversion instantly from your M-PESA or bank-linked KES balance; your Ugandan Shilling is available in your OnLink currency account as soon as the exchange confirms.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the KES to UGX exchange rate today?
- The live Kenya Shilling-to-Ugandan Shilling rate is shown at the top of this page and updates automatically. It reflects OnLink’s real exchange rate, not an indicative bank rate.
- How long does a KES to UGX conversion take with OnLink?
- Conversions from Kenyan Shillings to Ugandan Shilling confirm within minutes on OnLink, subject to standard verification checks.
- Is the KES to UGX rate on this page the rate I actually get?
- The rate shown is indicative and refreshes automatically from OnLink’s live pricing. Your exact rate is locked in the OnLink app at the moment you confirm the exchange.
- Why is OnLink’s KES–UGX rate better than my bank’s?
- Kenyan banks and bureaus typically add a 3–5% margin to the exchange rate. OnLink prices close to the mid-market rate and shows you the competitor comparison on this page so you can see the difference.