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Ethiopia power plugs and voltage

You will need a travel adapter

Ethiopia uses Type C, Type E, Type F and Type L sockets at 220 V / 50 Hz. Pick the country you are travelling from to see exactly what you need.

Plug types
C / E / F / L
4 socket types in use
Voltage
220 V
High-voltage grid (220–240 V)
Frequency
50 Hz
50 Hz — Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania
National standard
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Grid reliability: Fair

What the sockets look like

Type C socket used in Ethiopia Type C socket Type E socket used in Ethiopia Type E socket Type F socket used in Ethiopia Type F socket Type L socket used in Ethiopia Type L socket
Good to know: Type E is very rare because Ethiopia never had French influences.

Power in Ethiopia

Ethiopia, located in the Horn of Africa, has a diverse landscape ranging from deserts to highlands. Ethiopia uses Type C, Type E, Type F and Type L power plugs. The standard voltage is 220 V and the supply frequency is 50 Hz. Ethiopia's power generation is heavily reliant on hydroelectric sources, with significant contributions from wind and geothermal energy. While the power grid has made significant strides in recent years, it still faces challenges in reliability, particularly in rural areas. Overall, Ethiopia is investing in expanding and modernizing its power infrastructure to improve access and stability across the nation.

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