Public Holidays in South Africa 2026 🇿🇦
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This year, South Africa observes 13 public holidays, with 14 scheduled for 2027. The next holiday is Human Rights Day on 21 Mar. The most recently passed holiday was New Year's Day. Click here to see the 2027 Public Holidays for South Africa.
| Date | Holiday Name | |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday | Human Rights Day | |
| Friday | Good Friday | |
| Monday | Family Day | |
| Monday | Freedom Day | |
| Friday | Workers' Day | |
| Tuesday | Youth Day | |
| Sunday | National Women's Day | |
| Monday | National Women's Day (observed) | |
| Thursday | Heritage Day | |
| Wednesday | Day of Reconciliation | |
| Friday | Christmas Day | |
| Saturday | Day of Goodwill |
