ZAR to KES

The current ZAR/KES exchange rate is 7.8995 Kenyan Shilling (KES) per 1 South African Rand (ZAR). Conversely, 1 KES equals 0.12659 ZAR. This mid-market rate was last updated on 2026-10-19 and reflects the midpoint between buy and sell prices in the global foreign exchange market.

Over the past 90 days, the ZAR/KES rate has risen by 0.19%, moving from 7.8598 to 7.8749 KES. The current rate sits -0.02743 above the 90-day average of 7.927, indicating relative strength in ZAR against KES during this period.

The 90-day high reached 8.1103 KES and the 90-day low dipped to 7.6953 KES. The current rate of 7.8995 is 0.210745 KES below the 90-day high and 0.204273 KES above the 90-day low, placing it 49% of the way between the low and high.

The ZAR/KES exchange rate tells you how many Kenyan Shilling (KES) you receive for one South African Rand (ZAR). On this page you can see the live rate, a 90-day historical chart, past data including the high, low and average, and convert any amount between the two currencies.

South African Rand (ZAR) is the currency of South Africa. Kenyan Shilling (KES) is the currency of Kenya.

Exchange rates fluctuate based on supply and demand, interest-rate differentials, inflation, trade balances and geopolitical events. The mid-market rate shown here is a fair reference rate; banks and transfer services typically apply a margin or fee on top.