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Ugandan shillings to Kenyan shillings exchange rate API

1 UGX = 0.0296 KES · Live mid-market rate

Convert UGX to KES 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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UGX to KES Conversion Table

Convert UGX to KES

UGX KES
USh1 KSh0.03
USh5 KSh0.15
USh10 KSh0.30
USh25 KSh0.74
USh50 KSh1.48
USh100 KSh2.96
USh500 KSh14.82
USh1,000 KSh29.64
USh5,000 KSh148.18
USh10,000 KSh296.36

Convert KES to UGX

KES UGX
KSh1 USh33.7423
KSh5 USh168.7114
KSh10 USh337.4229
KSh25 USh843.5572
KSh50 USh1,687.1145
KSh100 USh3,374.229
KSh500 USh16,871.1449
KSh1,000 USh33,742.2899
KSh5,000 USh168,711.4494
KSh10,000 USh337,422.8989

About the Ugandan Shilling (UGX)

The Ugandan Shilling (UGX) is the official currency used in international trade and commerce.

Key Factors That Influence UGX

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

About the Kenyan Shilling (KES)

The Kenyan Shilling (KES) is used for trade and commerce in its respective region.

Key Factors That Influence KES

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

Understanding the UGX/KES Exchange Rate

The UGX/KES exchange rate tells you how many Kenyan shillings you get for 1 Ugandan Shilling. 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 UGX/KES rates into your app with our official SDKs for JavaScript, Python, PHP, and React.

The exchange rate between UGX and KES 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 UGX to KES

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

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=UGX&target=KES" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer art_live_your_key"

Response (live, when this page was generated):

[
  {
    "rate": 0.0296364,
    "source": "UGX",
    "target": "KES",
    "time": "2026-10-27T15:23:01+0000"
  }
]

Several targets in one call return one row per pair:

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

Central Bank of Kenya: 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 UGX and KES 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.

Bank of Uganda official rates → Central Bank of Kenya official rates → All central banks →

How UGX/KES 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 UGX and KES 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 UGX/KES 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 UGX/KES

How do I convert UGX to KES?

To convert UGX to KES: (1) Use the calculator above to see the live mid-market rate. (2) For programmatic access, call our API: GET /api/v1/rates?source=UGX&target=KES. Current rate: 1 UGX = 0.0296 KES. Get your free API key at allratestoday.com/register.

What is 1 UGX in KES today?

1 UGX equals 0.0296 KES 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 UGX going up or down against KES today?

The UGX/KES exchange rate fluctuates throughout the day based on market conditions. Today's rate is 1 UGX = 0.0296 KES. Check our historical chart above to see the trend over the past day, week, month, or year to understand whether UGX is strengthening or weakening against KES.

What is the best time to buy KES with UGX?

The best time to exchange UGX to KES 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 UGX falling or rising against KES?

Exchange rates between UGX and KES 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 UGX/KES rate.

How can I get UGX/KES 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=UGX&target=KES 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 UGX/KES?

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 UGX = 0.0296 KES. 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 UGX/KES 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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