| Obverse description | Coat of arms of Kenya. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | · COMMEMORATING 40 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE 1963-2003 · HARAMBEE 5000 FIVE THOUSAND SHILLINGS |
| Reverse description | Bust of President H. E. Mwai Kibaki facing forward. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | THIRD PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF KENYA H.E. MWAI KIBAKI, CGH, MP. · |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Mint | |
| Mintage | 2003 - Proof - |
| Numisquare ID | 6478826690 |
| Comments |