Zambia power plugs and voltage
You will need a travel adapter
Zambia uses Type C, Type D and Type G sockets at 230 V / 50 Hz. Pick the country you are travelling from to see exactly what you need.
- Plug types
- C / D / G 3 socket types in use
- Voltage
- 230 V High-voltage grid (220–240 V)
- Frequency
- 50 Hz 50 Hz — Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania
- National standard
- CEE 7/16, BS 546, BS 1363 Grid reliability: Moderate
Where your plug will also work
All countries →These countries use at least one of the same socket types as Zambia, so an adapter bought for this trip often works there too.
What the sockets look like
Power in Zambia
Zambia, located in southern Africa, is a landlocked country known for its abundant natural resources and diverse landscapes. Zambia uses Type C, Type D and Type G power plugs. The standard voltage is 230 V and the supply frequency is 50 Hz. Zambia's power generation is heavily reliant on hydroelectricity, with significant contributions from coal and diesel power plants. While the power infrastructure is generally functional, it faces challenges such as occasional outages and maintenance issues, leading to moderate reliability. Efforts are ongoing to expand and modernize the grid to meet growing energy demands and improve stability.
Recommended gear
Adapters & converters →
EPICKA 75 W GaN universal travel adapter
One block that covers US, UK, EU and Australian sockets, with 75 W of USB-C charging — enough for a laptop without carrying its power brick.
- Plugs for US / UK / EU / AU sockets
- 3× USB-C (75 W total) + 2× USB-A
- Universal AC socket, fused, up to 2000 W
- About 250 g
It does not convert voltage. A 120 V appliance still gets 230 V in Europe, whatever adapter you use.
Best for: Phones, laptops, cameras, tablets and anything dual-voltage.
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