Your plugs & sockets
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
D, G
Plugs & sockets in Rwanda
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
C, J
Zimbabwe to Rwanda: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed
Heading from Zimbabwe to Rwanda? Plug types and voltage standards differ between countries, so a little preparation goes a long way. Here's a breakdown of what to expect at the wall socket.
Your Zimbabwe plugs (Type D, G) won't fit Rwanda's outlets (Type C, J). You'll want to grab a universal travel adapter or one specifically designed for Rwanda before you depart.
The voltage and frequency in Rwanda (230V, 50Hz) are the same as Zimbabwe (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.


