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South Africa

Power Plugs & Electricity in South Africa

Voltage

230V

Frequency

50Hz

Standard

IEC

Plug Types Used

Type M
Type N

Always check your device's power supply label β€” most modern electronics support 100–240V and only need a plug adapter, not a voltage converter.

About These Plug Types

MType M β€” Three large round pins (South Africa, India for some)
NType N β€” Two or three round pins (Brazil)

Source: Wikipedia β€” Mains electricity by country (CC-BY-SA 4.0)

⚠ Plug and voltage information is for reference only. Always verify with your device manufacturer. Requirements may vary by region.