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Rwandan francs to Ugandan shillings exchange rate API

1 RWF = 2.9724 UGX · Live mid-market rate

Convert RWF to UGX at the mid-market exchange rate. Access real-time rates via our /api/rate endpoint (free API key required) or the developer docs.

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RWF to UGX Conversion Table

Convert RWF to UGX

RWF UGX
FRw1 USh2.97
FRw5 USh14.86
FRw10 USh29.72
FRw25 USh74.31
FRw50 USh148.62
FRw100 USh297.24
FRw500 USh1,486.20
FRw1,000 USh2,972.39
FRw5,000 USh14,861.95
FRw10,000 USh29,723.90

Convert UGX to RWF

UGX RWF
USh1 FRw0.3364
USh5 FRw1.6821
USh10 FRw3.3643
USh25 FRw8.4107
USh50 FRw16.8215
USh100 FRw33.643
USh500 FRw168.2148
USh1,000 FRw336.4296
USh5,000 FRw1,682.148
USh10,000 FRw3,364.2961

About the Rwandan Franc (RWF)

The Rwandan Franc (RWF) is the official currency used in international trade and commerce.

Key Factors That Influence RWF

  • Central bank monetary policy
  • Economic indicators
  • Trade balance
  • Political stability
  • Global market conditions

About the Ugandan Shilling (UGX)

The Ugandan Shilling (UGX) is used for trade and commerce in its respective region.

Key Factors That Influence UGX

  • Central bank monetary policy
  • Economic indicators
  • Trade balance
  • Political stability
  • Global market conditions

Understanding the RWF/UGX Exchange Rate

The RWF/UGX exchange rate tells you how many Ugandan shillings you get for 1 Rwandan Franc. This is the mid-market rate — the real exchange rate without any markup. It's the same rate used by Google Finance.

AllRatesToday provides this rate via a free REST API, updated every 60 seconds from institutional foreign exchange market data. Integrate live RWF/UGX rates into your app with our official SDKs for JavaScript, Python, PHP, and React.

The exchange rate between RWF and UGX fluctuates based on supply and demand in the foreign exchange market. Economic data releases, central bank announcements, and geopolitical events can all cause significant movements in the rate.

Currency converter API for RWF to UGX

The rate above comes from the AllRatesToday API. Each call below is one HTTP request that returns JSON for RWF/UGX.

The live rate needs a free API key, no card required. The ECB example below needs no key at all.

Get a free API key Already registered? Copy your key from the dashboard.

Live mid-market rate

The number shown on this page, refreshed every 60 seconds across 163 currencies. Use it for pricing, checkout and anything a customer sees.

curl "https://allratestoday.com/api/v1/rates?source=RWF&target=UGX" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer art_live_your_key"

Response (live, when this page was generated):

[
  {
    "rate": 2.97239,
    "source": "RWF",
    "target": "UGX",
    "time": "2026-10-27T15:10:01+0000"
  }
]

Several targets in one call return one row per pair:

curl "https://allratestoday.com/api/v1/rates?source=RWF&target=UGX,EUR,GBP" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer art_live_your_key"

Official central bank rate

The rate a named institution published for a date, from 123 central banks and 4 tax authorities. It never changes after publication, which is what tax filings, customs and audits require. 

curl "https://allratestoday.com/api/v1/central-bank/bou/latest?source=RWF&target=UGX" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer art_live_your_key"

Bank of Uganda: live example responses · All 127 sources · Endpoint reference

Official SDKs

npm install @allratestoday/sdk · pip install allratestoday · composer require allratestoday/sdk

For AI agents

An MCP server — @allratestoday/mcp-server — lets Claude, Cursor and other MCP clients pull these rates directly, no glue code.

Free tier

No credit card, no trial expiry. Paid plans start at €4.99/month for 5,000 requests a month.

Which one do you need? If a regulator, tax authority or auditor names the source, use the official rate — the two can differ by several percent on the same day. For everything a customer sees, use the mid-market rate. On weekends and holidays the official endpoints return the most recent published date, which is the figure compliance rules expect you to apply.

Official RWF and UGX Central Bank Rates

The rate on this page is the live mid-market rate. For tax filings, customs valuations, audits, and compliant invoicing you often need the official reference rate published by the central bank instead. AllRatesToday also serves published central-bank rates as JSON, with history and a free latest-rates tier.

National Bank of Rwanda official rates → Bank of Uganda official rates → All central banks →

How RWF/UGX Exchange Rates Work

Exchange rates are determined by supply and demand in the global foreign exchange (forex) market, the largest financial market in the world with over $6 trillion traded daily.

Floating vs Fixed Rates: Most major currencies like RWF and UGX have floating exchange rates, meaning their value is determined by market forces. Some currencies are pegged to another currency (usually USD) at a fixed rate.

Bid and Ask Prices: In forex markets, currencies are quoted with a bid price (what buyers pay) and ask price (what sellers receive). The mid-market rate shown on this page is the midpoint between these two prices.

Rate Fluctuations: The RWF/UGX rate can change every second during trading hours. Major economic announcements, interest rate decisions, and geopolitical events can cause significant moves in either direction.

Frequently Asked Questions About RWF/UGX

How do I convert RWF to UGX?

To convert RWF to UGX: (1) Use the calculator above to see the live mid-market rate. (2) For programmatic access, call our API: GET /api/v1/rates?source=RWF&target=UGX. Current rate: 1 RWF = 2.9724 UGX. Get your free API key at allratestoday.com/register.

What is 1 RWF in UGX today?

1 RWF equals 2.9724 UGX as of today. This is the mid-market exchange rate, which is the real rate without any bank markup. Rates fluctuate constantly based on market conditions, so check back regularly for updates.

Is the RWF going up or down against UGX today?

The RWF/UGX exchange rate fluctuates throughout the day based on market conditions. Today's rate is 1 RWF = 2.9724 UGX. Check our historical chart above to see the trend over the past day, week, month, or year to understand whether RWF is strengthening or weakening against UGX.

What is the best time to buy UGX with RWF?

The best time to exchange RWF to UGX depends on market conditions. Generally, rates tend to be more favorable during overlapping trading hours between major financial centers (London, New York, Tokyo). Avoid exchanging during weekends or bank holidays when spreads may be wider. Use our historical chart to identify trends and consider setting up rate alerts.

Why is RWF falling or rising against UGX?

Exchange rates between RWF and UGX are influenced by: interest rate differentials between central banks, inflation rates, GDP and economic growth data, trade balances, political stability, and global market sentiment. Major announcements from the Federal Reserve, ECB, or other central banks can cause significant short-term movements in the RWF/UGX rate.

How can I get RWF/UGX rates in my app?

Use the AllRatesToday API: (1) Register for a free API key at allratestoday.com/register. (2) Call GET /api/v1/rates?source=RWF&target=UGX with your Bearer token. (3) Rates update every 60 seconds from institutional foreign exchange market data. (4) Install our official SDK for JavaScript (npm), Python (PyPI), or PHP (Packagist) for even faster integration.

What is the mid-market rate for RWF/UGX?

The mid-market rate (also called the interbank rate) is the midpoint between buy and sell prices in global currency markets. The current mid-market rate is 1 RWF = 2.9724 UGX. This is the "real" exchange rate without any bank markup. AllRatesToday provides this rate via a free API, sourced from institutional foreign exchange market data.

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Building RWF/UGX into software?

These rates come from the AllRatesToday API. If you need them in an application rather than on a page, these are the places to start:

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