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Zambian kwacha to Kenyan shillings exchange rate API

1 ZMW = 6.3980 KES · Live mid-market rate

Convert ZMW 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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ZMW to KES Conversion Table

Convert ZMW to KES

ZMW KES
ZK1 KSh6.40
ZK5 KSh31.99
ZK10 KSh63.98
ZK25 KSh159.95
ZK50 KSh319.90
ZK100 KSh639.80
ZK500 KSh3,198.99
ZK1,000 KSh6,397.97
ZK5,000 KSh31,989.85
ZK10,000 KSh63,979.70

Convert KES to ZMW

KES ZMW
KSh1 ZK0.1563
KSh5 ZK0.7815
KSh10 ZK1.563
KSh25 ZK3.9075
KSh50 ZK7.815
KSh100 ZK15.63
KSh500 ZK78.1498
KSh1,000 ZK156.2996
KSh5,000 ZK781.4979
KSh10,000 ZK1,562.9958

About the Zambian Kwacha (ZMW)

The Zambian Kwacha (ZMW) is the official currency used in international trade and commerce.

Key Factors That Influence ZMW

  • 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 ZMW/KES Exchange Rate

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

The exchange rate between ZMW 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 ZMW to KES

The rate above comes from the AllRatesToday API. Each call below is one HTTP request that returns JSON for ZMW/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=ZMW&target=KES" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer art_live_your_key"

Response (live, when this page was generated):

[
  {
    "rate": 6.39797,
    "source": "ZMW",
    "target": "KES",
    "time": "2026-10-27T14:10:01+0000"
  }
]

Several targets in one call return one row per pair:

curl "https://allratestoday.com/api/v1/rates?source=ZMW&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 122 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=ZMW&target=KES" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer art_live_your_key"

Central Bank of Kenya: live example responses · All 126 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 ZMW 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 Zambia official rates → Central Bank of Kenya official rates → All central banks →

How ZMW/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 ZMW 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 ZMW/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 ZMW/KES

How do I convert ZMW to KES?

To convert ZMW 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=ZMW&target=KES. Current rate: 1 ZMW = 6.3980 KES. Get your free API key at allratestoday.com/register.

What is 1 ZMW in KES today?

1 ZMW equals 6.3980 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 ZMW going up or down against KES today?

The ZMW/KES exchange rate fluctuates throughout the day based on market conditions. Today's rate is 1 ZMW = 6.3980 KES. Check our historical chart above to see the trend over the past day, week, month, or year to understand whether ZMW is strengthening or weakening against KES.

What is the best time to buy KES with ZMW?

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

Exchange rates between ZMW 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 ZMW/KES rate.

How can I get ZMW/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=ZMW&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 ZMW/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 ZMW = 6.3980 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 ZMW/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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