Are there electrical outlets in Sierra Leone?

No, the electrical outlets in Sierra Leone are different from those in the United States. In Sierra Leone electrical outlets of types D & G are used, while the United States has electrical outlets of types A & B. Do I need a travel adapter for Sierra Leone? The electrical outlets and power plugs in Sierra Leone are of types D & G ( see images) .

Where does Sierra Leone's power come from?

Sierra Leone’s power generation is primarily derived from two sources – the oil fired Kingtom Power Station and the Bumbuna hydro-electric power plant located on the Seli river in the Tonkolili district. The Kingtom Station is aging and is in a poor condition being unable to ensure the delivery of a reliable and stable supply.

How much electricity does Sierra Leone have?

The power supply in the country can at best be described as sporadic. Most of the electricity supply (90%) is restricted to the main four cities of Freetown, Kenema, Bo and Makeni. Uninhibited demand for electricity in Sierra Leone is estimated at 500MW; more than five times the current total national generation capacity of 100 MW.

Do I need a travel adapter in Sierra Leone?

The electrical outlets and power plugs in Sierra Leone are of types D & G ( see images) . If your country uses the same electrical outlets and power plugs, you don't need a travel adapter. However, you may still need a voltage converter if the voltage is different.

Can I use a charger in Sierra Leone?

Chargers for iPhones, Android phones and other smartphones or cell phones are usually dual voltage, so you can use them all over the world. However, it is possible you'll need an adapter to plug the charger into a Sierra Leone outlet. Sierra Leone uses electrical outlets and power plugs of types D & G ( see images) .

What is the standard power socket voltage in Sierra Leone?

All power sockets in Sierra Leone provide a standard voltage of 230V with a standard frequency of 50Hz. You can use all your equipment in Sierra Leone if the outlet voltage in your own country is between 220V-240V. This is the case in most of Europe, Australia, the United Kingdom and most countries in Africa and Asia.