KSh Kenyan Shilling
Currency Code: KES
Currency of Kenya. East African financial hub currency.
Issuing Authority
Central Bank of Kenya (CBK)
Key Features
Regional Hub
Kenya is East Africa's financial and tech hub.
Regional Financial Hub
Kenya is the East African clearing and trade finance centre, with modern settlement rails.
Growing Economy
Kenya's economy growing 4-5% annually.
Stable Government
Political stability supports currency.
Popular Corridors
US → Kenya
UK → Kenya
UAE → Kenya
South Africa → Kenya
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the KES/USD rate?
Approximately KSh130-140 = $1 USD.
How fast are KES settlements?
Pesalink settles within minutes to Kenyan business accounts.
How much cheaper are we?
45-55% cheaper than traditional providers.
Do you cover suppliers outside Nairobi?
Yes. KES reaches any account at a CBK licensed bank across Kenya.
What is Kenya's economic outlook?
Positive. Tech sector boom and consistent growth.