From Kenya to Somalia
When travelling from Kenya to Somalia: Good news: all your Kenya plug types fit in Somalia. Voltage is different (240V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Kenya
SomaliaYour plugs
Type G
Fits
Accepted in Somalia
Type C
Type G
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: G • Somalia: C, G
Voltage: 240V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
Plugs fit, but voltage differsAdapters you may need
Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Somalia
Somalia is 230V/50Hz with Type C and G sockets.
Grid & history
There is no unified national grid. Private operators run city- and neighbourhood-level grids on diesel and growing solar.
Availability
Highly variable. Private generators are normal.
Sockets & hotels
Mix of Type C and Type G.
Energy mix
Privately-operated; solar rapidly expanding.
Practical tips
- A universal adapter covering C and G is safest.
- A high-capacity power bank is essential because outages are routine.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Kenya plug work in Somalia?
- Yes. Every Kenya plug type (Type G) fits in Somalia sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Somalia use?
- Somalia uses Type C, Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Somalia when travelling from Kenya?
- Somalia runs on 230V, while Kenya uses 240V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Somalia the same as Kenya?
- Frequency in Somalia is 50Hz, the same as Kenya.