Live gold spot prices in Kenyan Shilling (KES).
Gold prices in Kenya edged lower today (Wednesday, 28 October 2026, 10:00 AM), with the live spot price per troy ounce retreating by -1,111.83 KES (-0.21%) from the previous session’s close of 527,689.88 KES to trade at 526,578.06 KES (equivalent to $4,054.14 USD internationally). On a per-gram basis, pure 24K gold declined by -35.75 KES today to stand at 16,929.88 KES ($130.34 USD) in Kenyan Shilling (KES).
Across local jewelry and bullion counters in Kenya today, 22K gold is priced at 15,507.77 KES per gram, 21K gold stands at 14,813.64 KES per gram, and 18K gold trades at 12,697.41 KES per gram (excluding local jeweler workmanship fees), with 22K serving as the primary retail jewelry standard. For physical bullion and coin buyers, 1 Tola (11.66g) of 24K gold is valued at 197,466.77 KES, an 8-gram Gold Pound (21K) is valued at 118,509.14 KES, and a 1-kilogram 24K investment bar is valued at 16,929,877.60 KES.
From a broader technical perspective, today’s ounce price of 526,578.06 KES sits within a 30-day trading corridor between a monthly low of 519,016.38 KES and a monthly high of 545,420.17 KES, compared with a 52-week average of 575,292.16 KES. Over recent horizons, gold in KES has recorded a -1.87% change over the past 7 days, -1.77% over 30 days, and +2.71% over the past year, while the local exchange rate stands at 1 USD = 129.89 KES and the live Gold-to-Silver Ratio tracks at 1 oz Gold ≈ 75.4 oz Silver.
| Purity | Fineness / Hallmark | Price per gram (KES) | Price per gram (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K Popular in Kenya | 999 (100%) | 16,929.88 KES | $130.34 USD |
| 23K | 965 (96.5%) | 16,337.33 KES | $125.78 USD |
| 22K Popular in Kenya | 916 (91.6%) | 15,507.77 KES | $119.39 USD |
| 21K | 875 (87.5%) | 14,813.64 KES | $114.05 USD |
| 18K Popular in Kenya | 750 (75%) | 12,697.41 KES | $97.76 USD |
| 14K | 585 (58.5%) | 9,903.98 KES | $76.25 USD |
| 12K | 500 (50%) | 8,464.94 KES | $65.17 USD |
| 10K | 417 (41.7%) | 7,059.76 KES | $54.35 USD |
| 9K | 375 (37.5%) | 6,348.70 KES | $48.88 USD |
| 8K | 333 (33.3%) | 5,637.65 KES | $43.40 USD |
These are indicative spot-equivalent prices. Local retail prices may include taxes, dealer premiums and jewelry making charges.
Compare live gold prices in Kenyan Shilling across standard international and regional weight measurements—including grams, troy ounces, tolas, and kilograms—for the most traded gold purities.
| Weight Unit | Metric Weight | 24K (KES) | 22K (KES) | 21K (KES) | 18K (KES) | 24K (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Gram | 1.00 g | 16,929.88 KES | 15,507.77 KES | 14,813.64 KES | 12,697.41 KES | $130.34 USD |
| 1 Tola | 11.66 g | 197,466.77 KES | 180,879.56 KES | 172,783.42 KES | 148,100.08 KES | $1,520.30 USD |
| 1 Troy Ounce | 31.10 g | 526,578.06 KES | 482,345.50 KES | 460,755.80 KES | 394,933.54 KES | $4,054.14 USD |
| 100 Grams | 100.00 g | 1,692,987.76 KES | 1,550,776.79 KES | 1,481,364.29 KES | 1,269,740.82 KES | $13,034.36 USD |
| 1 Kilogram (1,000 g) | 1,000.00 g | 16,929,877.60 KES | 15,507,767.88 KES | 14,813,642.90 KES | 12,697,408.20 KES | $130,343.63 USD |
Live spot-equivalent valuations for 24K (.9999 fine) investment gold bars, ingots, and bullion weights in Kenyan Shilling (KES) and US Dollars.
| Bar / Bullion Weight | Purity / Fineness | Bullion Price (KES) | Bullion Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Gram | 24K (999.9 Fine) | 16,929.88 KES | $130.34 USD |
| 5 Grams | 24K (999.9 Fine) | 84,649.39 KES | $651.72 USD |
| 10 Grams | 24K (999.9 Fine) | 169,298.78 KES | $1,303.44 USD |
| 20 Grams | 24K (999.9 Fine) | 338,597.55 KES | $2,606.87 USD |
| 1 Ounce (31.1 Grams) | 24K (999.9 Fine) | 526,578.06 KES | $4,054.14 USD |
| 50 Grams | 24K (999.9 Fine) | 846,493.88 KES | $6,517.18 USD |
| 100 Grams | 24K (999.9 Fine) | 1,692,987.76 KES | $13,034.36 USD |
| 10 Tolas (116.65 Grams) | 24K (999.9 Fine) | 1,974,870.22 KES | $15,204.58 USD |
| 250 Grams (1/4 Kilo) | 24K (999.9 Fine) | 4,232,469.40 KES | $32,585.91 USD |
| 500 Grams (1/2 Kilo) | 24K (999.9 Fine) | 8,464,938.80 KES | $65,171.81 USD |
| 1000 Grams (1 Kilo) | 24K (999.9 Fine) | 16,929,877.60 KES | $130,343.63 USD |
Investment gold bars and coins typically carry a small minting and dealer premium of 1% to 3% above the intrinsic spot value shown above.
Live intrinsic gold valuations for popular regional and international gold coins—including the 8g Gold Pound (21K), British Sovereign (22K), and fractional 24K bullion coins—in Kenyan Shilling (KES) and US Dollars.
| Coin / Sovereign Type | Gross Weight & Purity | Pure Gold (24K) | Coin Value (KES) | Coin Value (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Pound (8g • 21K) | 8.00 g • 21K | 7.00 g | 118,509.14 KES | $912.41 USD |
| British Gold Sovereign (7.99g • 22K) | 7.99 g • 22K | 7.32 g | 123,966.98 KES | $954.43 USD |
| Half Gold Pound (4g • 21K) | 4.00 g • 21K | 3.50 g | 59,254.57 KES | $456.20 USD |
| Quarter Gold Pound (2g • 21K) | 2.00 g • 21K | 1.75 g | 29,627.29 KES | $228.10 USD |
| 1 oz Bullion Coin (Krugerrand / Eagle / Maple) | 31.10 g • 24K | 31.10 g | 526,578.06 KES | $4,054.14 USD |
| 1/2 oz Bullion Coin | 15.55 g • 24K | 15.55 g | 263,289.03 KES | $2,027.07 USD |
| 1/4 oz Bullion Coin | 7.78 g • 24K | 7.78 g | 131,644.51 KES | $1,013.53 USD |
| 1/10 oz Bullion Coin | 3.11 g • 24K | 3.11 g | 52,657.81 KES | $405.41 USD |
Gold coins typically carry a minting and dealer premium of 1.5% to 4% above their raw gold melt value.
Calculate the exact spot value of any gold or silver weight and karat purity in Kenyan Shilling (KES) or switch between 150+ world currencies in real time.
Track historical spot gold price movements in Kenyan Shilling (KES) per troy ounce across 1-month, 3-month, 6-month, 1-year, and multi-year timeframes.
Intraday trading benchmarks, bid/ask spread, and 52-week high/low performance for gold (XAU/KES) per troy ounce.
| Bid Price (Spot) | 526,551.73 KES |
|---|---|
| Ask Price (Spot) | 526,604.38 KES |
| Day’s High | 528,736.77 KES |
| Day’s Low | 523,182.82 KES |
| Today’s Open | 527,689.88 KES |
| Previous Close | 526,693.65 KES |
| 24h Change | -1,111.83 KES |
| 24h Change (%) | -0.21% |
| 1-Month High | 545,420.17 KES |
|---|---|
| 1-Month Low | 519,016.38 KES |
| 6-Month High | 609,339.62 KES |
| 6-Month Low | 513,849.21 KES |
| 1-Year High (52W) | 689,839.57 KES |
| 1-Year Low (52W) | 510,869.57 KES |
| 1-Year Average | 575,292.16 KES |
| Time Horizon | Reference Date | Historical Spot (KES/oz) | Net Change (KES) | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | 2026-10-28 | 526,672.87 KES | -1,017.01 KES | -0.19% |
| 1 Week | 2026-10-21 | 536,611.57 KES | -10,033.52 KES | -1.87% |
| 30 Days | 2026-09-28 | 536,074.38 KES | -9,496.33 KES | -1.77% |
| 6 Months | 2026-04-28 | 592,201.83 KES | -65,623.78 KES | -11.08% |
| 1 Year | 2025-10-28 | 512,698.41 KES | +13,879.64 KES | +2.71% |
| 5 Years | 2021-10-28 | 199,934.09 KES | +326,643.96 KES | +163.38% |
| 10 Years | 2016-10-28 | 131,227.53 KES | +395,350.53 KES | +301.27% |
Day-by-day closing spot gold prices in Kenyan Shilling (KES) per gram (24K, 22K, 21K, 18K) and per troy ounce over the past two weeks.
| Date | 24K Gram (KES) | 22K Gram (KES) | 21K Gram (KES) | 18K Gram (KES) | Ounce (KES) | Daily Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-28 | 16,932.17 KES | 15,509.87 KES | 14,815.65 KES | 12,699.13 KES | 526,649.49 KES | +0.12% |
| 2026-10-27 | 16,912.33 KES | 15,491.70 KES | 14,798.29 KES | 12,684.25 KES | 526,032.39 KES | +0.87% |
| 2026-10-26 | 16,766.16 KES | 15,357.80 KES | 14,670.39 KES | 12,574.62 KES | 521,485.94 KES | +0.48% |
| 2026-10-25 | 16,686.76 KES | 15,285.08 KES | 14,600.92 KES | 12,515.07 KES | 519,016.38 KES | -0.06% |
| 2026-10-24 | 16,696.53 KES | 15,294.02 KES | 14,609.46 KES | 12,522.39 KES | 519,320.00 KES | +0.00% |
| 2026-10-23 | 16,696.53 KES | 15,294.02 KES | 14,609.46 KES | 12,522.39 KES | 519,320.00 KES | -1.22% |
| 2026-10-22 | 16,903.22 KES | 15,483.35 KES | 14,790.32 KES | 12,677.42 KES | 525,748.99 KES | -2.02% |
| 2026-10-21 | 17,252.46 KES | 15,803.26 KES | 15,095.90 KES | 12,939.35 KES | 536,611.57 KES | +0.01% |
| 2026-10-20 | 17,251.13 KES | 15,802.04 KES | 15,094.74 KES | 12,938.35 KES | 536,570.25 KES | -0.35% |
| 2026-10-19 | 17,312.04 KES | 15,857.83 KES | 15,148.04 KES | 12,984.03 KES | 538,464.73 KES | -0.67% |
| 2026-10-18 | 17,428.15 KES | 15,964.19 KES | 15,249.63 KES | 13,071.12 KES | 542,076.18 KES | +0.26% |
| 2026-10-17 | 17,382.84 KES | 15,922.68 KES | 15,209.98 KES | 13,037.13 KES | 540,666.67 KES | +0.01% |
| 2026-10-16 | 17,381.50 KES | 15,921.45 KES | 15,208.81 KES | 13,036.12 KES | 540,625.00 KES | +0.24% |
| 2026-10-15 | 17,340.06 KES | 15,883.49 KES | 15,172.55 KES | 13,005.04 KES | 539,336.10 KES | +1.84% |
Local gold prices in Kenya are determined by two live markets: international spot gold (XAU/USD) and the Kenyan Shilling (KES) exchange rate. Even when global gold is flat, a weaker KES raises local gold prices.
| 1 US Dollar (USD/KES) | 1 USD = 129.89 KES |
|---|---|
| 1 Euro (EUR/KES) | 1 EUR = 144.38 KES |
| Global Spot Gold (XAU/USD) | $4,054.14 USD |
| Local Spot Gold (XAU/KES) | 526,578.06 KES |
| ±1%% Currency Move (24K Gram) | ±169.30 KES |
| ±1%% Currency Move (1 Ounce) | ±5,265.78 KES |
| Official Currency | Kenyan Shilling (KES) |
|---|---|
| Symbol & Subunit | KSh • cent |
| Central Bank / Authority | Central Bank of Kenya |
| Capital & Region | Nairobi • Africa |
When buying gold jewelry or bullion in Kenya, the retail price you pay at local goldsmiths and dealers combines the live international spot value in Kenyan Shilling (KES) with workmanship fees (making charges) and applicable local taxes.
Karat 24 is also called (.999) and is 999/1000 pure. Practically, it is never used in making jewelleries in America and Europe but sometimes used in Asia.
Karat 22 is also called (.916) and is 916/1000 pure. Practically, it is rarely used in making jewelleries in America and Europe but is commonly used in Asia.
Karat 18 is also called (.750) and is 750/1000 pure. Practically, it is sometimes used in making jewelleries in America and Asia, and it is the most common in Europe.
| Category / Item Type | Typical Markup | Est. Making Charge / g (KES) | Est. Retail Price / g (22K KES) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investment Gold Bars & Coins (24K) | 1% – 3% | 169.30 – 507.90 KES | 17,099.18 – 17,437.77 KES (24K) |
| Standard / Machine-Made Jewelry | 6% – 12% | 930.47 – 1,860.93 KES | 16,438.23 – 17,368.70 KES (22K) |
| Handcrafted / Bridal & Designer Jewelry | 12% – 22% | 1,860.93 – 3,411.71 KES | 17,368.70 – 18,919.48 KES (22K) |
Compare live silver spot prices per gram, troy ounce, and kilogram in Kenyan Shilling (KES) alongside the real-time Gold-to-Silver Ratio.
| Silver Grade / Fineness | Fineness / Hallmark | 1 Gram (KES) | 1 Troy Ounce (KES) | 1 Kilogram (KES) | 1 Gram (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 999 | 99.9% | 224.28 KES | 6,975.85 KES | 224,278.63 KES | $1.73 USD |
| 958 | 95.8% | 215.07 KES | 6,689.55 KES | 215,074.01 KES | $1.66 USD |
| 925 | 92.5% | 207.67 KES | 6,459.12 KES | 207,665.40 KES | $1.60 USD |
| 900 | 90% | 202.05 KES | 6,284.55 KES | 202,052.82 KES | $1.56 USD |
| 800 | 80% | 179.60 KES | 5,586.26 KES | 179,602.51 KES | $1.38 USD |
Compare today’s live 24K and 21K gold gram prices and troy ounce rates across countries in Africa in their respective local currencies.
| Country | Currency | 24K Gram | 21K Gram | 1 Troy Ounce |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angola | Angolan kwanza (AOA) | 119,493.73 AOA | 104,557.01 AOA | 3,716,670.41 AOA |
| Benin | West African CFA Franc (XOF) | 76,756.79 XOF | 67,162.19 XOF | 2,387,403.12 XOF |
| Botswana | Botswana Pula (BWP) | 1,804.03 BWP | 1,578.52 BWP | 56,111.54 BWP |
| Burkina Faso | West African CFA Franc (XOF) | 76,756.79 XOF | 67,162.19 XOF | 2,387,403.12 XOF |
| Burundi | Burundi Franc (BIF) | 391,229.70 BIF | 342,325.99 BIF | 12,168,604.01 BIF |
| Cameroon | Central African CFA Franc (XAF) | 76,757.14 XAF | 67,162.50 XAF | 2,387,414.06 XAF |
| Cape Verde | Cape Verdean escudo (CVE) | 12,902.60 CVE | 11,289.77 CVE | 401,315.71 CVE |
| Central African Republic | Central African CFA Franc (XAF) | 76,757.14 XAF | 67,162.50 XAF | 2,387,414.06 XAF |