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From Cameroon to Democratic Republic of the Congo

All plugs match

When travelling from Cameroon to Democratic Republic of the Congo: Good news: all your Cameroon plug types fit in Democratic Republic of the Congo. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.

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Your plugs

Plug C

Type C

Fits

Plug E

Type E

Fits

Accepted in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Plug C

Type C

Plug E

Type E

2 of 2 plug type(s) match

You: C, E • Democratic Republic of the Congo: C, E

Voltage: 230V → 230V

Same voltage

Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz

Same frequency

You may not need an adapter

Adapters you may need

Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.

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About electricity in Democratic Republic of the Congo

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets.

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Grid & history

The DRC has vast hydropower potential. The Inga dams on the Congo River are among the largest in Africa. Despite this, electrification rates are low and many regions rely on diesel generators or have no grid at all.

Availability

Reliable only in Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, and a few other cities. Most of the country is off-grid.

Sockets & hotels

Type E (French) is standard in cities.

Energy mix

Renewables95%
Fossil5%

Hydropower-dominated where grid exists; vast unelectrified population.

Practical tips

  • European C/E adapter works.
  • A power bank is essential outside major cities.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my Cameroon plug work in Democratic Republic of the Congo?
Yes. Every Cameroon plug type (Type C, Type E) fits in Democratic Republic of the Congo sockets without an adapter.
What plug type does Democratic Republic of the Congo use?
Democratic Republic of the Congo uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for Democratic Republic of the Congo when travelling from Cameroon?
Democratic Republic of the Congo runs on 230V, the same as Cameroon. Any charger that works at home will work there.
Is the electrical frequency in Democratic Republic of the Congo the same as Cameroon?
Frequency in Democratic Republic of the Congo is 50Hz, the same as Cameroon.