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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

230V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

C, D, M, N


Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C
Type D Plug
Type D Socket
Type D
Type M Plug
Type M Socket
Type M
Type N Plug
Type N Socket
Type N

Plugs & sockets in Cameroon

Voltage

220V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

C, E


Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C
Type E Plug
Type E Socket
Type E

South Africa to Cameroon: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed

If you're heading to Cameroon from South Africa, it's worth checking the power situation before you pack. Different countries use different outlet types and electrical standards, so your devices may not plug in directly when you arrive.

Good news: South Africa and Cameroon share compatible plug types (Type C). Your existing plugs should fit directly into Cameroon's outlets without any adapter needed.

The voltage and frequency in Cameroon (220V, 50Hz) are close to South Africa (230V, 50Hz), so your appliances should work without a converter.

Rather than packing bulky converters, consider buying travel-sized dual-voltage versions of appliances you can't live without. For phones and laptops, all you'll need is the right plug adapter since their chargers almost always support worldwide voltage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not necessarily. Both countries support Type C plugs, so your devices should fit Cameroon's outlets directly.