From Uganda to Ethiopia
When travelling from Uganda to Ethiopia: Good news: all your Uganda plug types fit in Ethiopia. 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.
Uganda
EthiopiaYour plugs
Type G
Fits
Accepted in Ethiopia
Type C
Type F
Type G
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: G • Ethiopia: C, F, 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 Ethiopia
Ethiopia is 230V/50Hz with Type C, F, and G sockets.
Grid & history
Ethiopia’s electricity is almost entirely hydropower; the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Blue Nile is now Africa’s largest hydroelectric plant. Exports to Sudan, Djibouti, Kenya, and Tanzania are growing.
Availability
Reliable in Addis Ababa and tourist areas. Rural outages possible.
Sockets & hotels
Mix of European and UK-style sockets. Universal adapter recommended.
Energy mix
Hydropower-dominated.
Practical tips
- Universal adapter covering C/F/G is safest.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Uganda plug work in Ethiopia?
- Yes. Every Uganda plug type (Type G) fits in Ethiopia sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Ethiopia use?
- Ethiopia uses Type C, Type F, Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Ethiopia when travelling from Uganda?
- Ethiopia runs on 230V, while Uganda 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 Ethiopia the same as Uganda?
- Frequency in Ethiopia is 50Hz, the same as Uganda.