Your plugs & sockets
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
D, G
Plugs & sockets in Namibia
Voltage
220V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
D, M
Zimbabwe to Namibia: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed
If you're heading to Namibia from Zimbabwe, 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: Zimbabwe and Namibia share compatible plug types (Type D). Your existing plugs should fit directly into Namibia's outlets without any adapter needed.
The voltage and frequency in Namibia (220V, 50Hz) are close to Zimbabwe (230V, 50Hz), so your appliances should work without a converter.
Most modern phone chargers, laptop adapters, and camera chargers are designed to handle 100-240V input, so they'll work anywhere with just a plug adapter. Heat-producing appliances like hair dryers and flat irons are often single-voltage, so check before you plug them in abroad.


