Will my Slovakia plug work in Uganda?

No. None of your Slovakia plugs (Type C, Type E) fit in Uganda sockets (Type G), so you will need a travel adapter.

What plug type does Uganda use?

Uganda uses Type G. The supply is 240V at 50Hz.

Do I need a voltage converter for Uganda when travelling from Slovakia?

Uganda runs on 240V, while Slovakia uses 230V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 240V you will also need a voltage converter.

Is the electrical frequency in Uganda the same as Slovakia?

Frequency in Uganda is 50Hz, the same as Slovakia.

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From Slovakia to Uganda

No plugs match

When travelling from Slovakia to Uganda: None of your Slovakia plug types fit in Uganda. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (230V → 240V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 240V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.

Slovakia

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Uganda

Your plugs

Type C

No fit

Type E

No fit

Accepted in Uganda

Type G

0 of 2 plug type(s) match

You: C, E • Uganda: G

No fit for: C, E

Voltage: 230V → 240V

Different voltage

You may need a voltage converter.

Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz

Same frequency

You will need an adapter and likely a converter

Adapters you may need

Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.

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About electricity in Uganda

Uganda is 240V/50Hz and predominantly uses Type G sockets.

Grid & history

Primarily hydropower (Karuma, Bujagali, Owen Falls) with growing solar; rural electrification is ongoing under Uganda’s Vision 2040 plan.

Availability

Power is reliable in Kampala and Entebbe. Smaller towns and rural areas see occasional outages, and hotels often have generator backup.

Sockets & hotels

Type G (UK-style) is the standard everywhere. Bring a reliable adapter, cheap ones tend to fail.

Energy mix

Renewables80%

Fossil20%

Hydro dominates; some thermal backup.

Practical tips

A medium power bank is handy for long bus rides and safari days.
Voltage is stable in cities but can fluctuate during outages. Use a surge-protected charger if you can.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my Slovakia plug work in Uganda?: No. None of your Slovakia plugs (Type C, Type E) fit in Uganda sockets (Type G), so you will need a travel adapter.
What plug type does Uganda use?: Uganda uses Type G. The supply is 240V at 50Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for Uganda when travelling from Slovakia?: Uganda runs on 240V, while Slovakia uses 230V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 240V you will also need a voltage converter.
Is the electrical frequency in Uganda the same as Slovakia?: Frequency in Uganda is 50Hz, the same as Slovakia.