GBP-KES
Low Volatility
GBP to KES Exchange Rate Report
August 2026 Analysis
Average Rate
173.2385
Monthly Change
-1.47%
Best Provider
wise
Data Points
303
Executive Summary
In August 2026, the GBP to KES exchange rate weakened, moving from 174.2070 to 171.6547 (-1.47% change).
The average rate across all providers was 173.2385, with rates ranging from 169.0200 to 176.8090. Market volatility was low during this period.
wise consistently offered the best rates, making it the recommended provider for this corridor during August.
Rate Range Analysis
Lowest Rate
169.0200
Average Rate
173.2385
Highest Rate
176.8090
Opening: 174.2070Closing: 171.6547
Provider Performance
| Provider | Avg Rate | Min | Max | Days Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Best wise | 175.2051 | 173.9980 | 176.8090 | 31 days |
instarem | 174.3583 | 173.0076 | 175.9190 | |
paysend | 174.3421 | 172.8597 | 176.2488 | |
sendwave | 174.0596 | 172.7087 | 175.5808 | |
taptapsend | 173.5503 | 172.2500 | 174.7500 | |
transfergo | 173.2432 | 171.4745 | 175.2567 | |
remitly | 172.8052 | 171.6200 | 174.3200 | |
pandaremit | 172.7009 | 171.3582 | 174.3440 | |
ria | 172.5132 | 171.6547 | 173.0864 | |
xe | 171.8794 | 170.5114 | 173.4137 | |
westernunion | 170.2800 | 169.0200 | 171.8108 |
Best Time to Transfer
Best Day
Friday
Average rate: 173.4675
Avoid
Tuesday
Average rate: 173.0875
Based on 303 data points collected throughout August 2026.
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