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From South Sudan to Gambia

Some plugs match

When travelling from South Sudan to Gambia: Some of your South Sudan plug types fit in Gambia (G). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.

South SudanSouth Sudan
GambiaGambia

Your plugs

Plug C

Type C

No fit

Plug D

Type D

No fit

Plug G

Type G

Fits

Accepted in Gambia

Plug G

Type G

1 of 3 plug type(s) match

You: C, D, G • Gambia: G

No fit for: C, D

Voltage: 230V → 230V

Same voltage

Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz

Same frequency

You will need an adapter

Adapters you may need

Your plug shape does not fully match.

About electricity in Gambia

Gambia runs on 230V/50Hz with Type G sockets, UK-style.

GM

Grid & history

NAWEC supplies the country from a mix of heavy fuel oil and growing solar.

Availability

Unreliable. Outages common; most accommodation has backup.

Sockets & hotels

Type G is standard.

Energy mix

Renewables10%
Fossil90%

Practical tips

  • A Type G adapter is essential for any non-UK plug.
  • Bring a power bank because outages are common.

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Some South Sudan plugs work in Gambia | Global Plugs