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Ghana
230V ā¢ 50Hz ā¢ Africa
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Plug Types
G, D
Driving Side
Right
Capital
Accra
Currency
GHS
Electrical System Overview
Ghana uses Type D and G plugs at 230V/50Hzāa mix of old British Indian and modern British standards. Type G (UK) is increasingly common. Power cuts occur occasionally, but Accra and major cities have reasonable infrastructure.
Plug Types Used in Ghana
G
Type G Primary
220-240V
50Hz
13A
Grounded
Pins: 3 rectangular pins
D
Type D
220-240V
50Hz
5A
Grounded
Pins: 3 large round pins in triangle
Travel Information
Adapter Recommendations
Type G (UK) adapter common. Type D also used.
Travel Tips
Ghana uses Type D and G plugs.
Safety Notes
British influence on electrical standards.
Languages
English
Calling Code
+233
Timezone
Africa/Accra
Other Countries Using Type G
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