National Holidays in South Africa (2026) 🇿🇦

Q: When is the next public holiday in South Africa?

The next public holiday in South Africa is Heritage Day on Thursday, September 24, 2026 — in 37 days.

Q: How many public holidays does South Africa have in 2026?

South Africa has 13 public holidays in 2026.

Q: What was the most recent public holiday in South Africa?

The most recent public holiday in South Africa was National Women's Day (observed) on Monday, August 10, 2026 — 8 days ago.

Q: What are the upcoming public holidays in South Africa?

The next 4 public holidays in South Africa:Thursday, September 24, 2026: Heritage DayWednesday, December 16, 2026: Day of ReconciliationFriday, December 25, 2026: Christmas DaySaturday, December 26, 2026: Day of Goodwill

Q: How does South Africa's holiday count compare to its neighbours?

South Africa has 13 public holidays this year. Neighbours for comparison:Zimbabwe: 13 public holidaysEswatini: 13 public holidaysMozambique: 10 public holidaysBotswana: 15 public holidaysNamibia: 13 public holidays

Q: How many public holidays does South Africa have in 2027?

South Africa will have 14 public holidays in 2027.

South Africa observes 13 public holidays this year, with 14 scheduled for 2027. The next public holiday is Heritage Day. The most recent was National Women's Day (observed).

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This year, South Africa observes 13 public holidays, with 14 scheduled for 2027. The next holiday is Heritage Day on 24 Sep. The most recently passed holiday was National Women's Day (observed). Click here to see the 2027 Public Holidays for South Africa.

2026 National Holidays in South Africa

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jan	Thursday	New Year's Day
21 Mar	Saturday	Human Rights Day
3 Apr	Friday	Good Friday
6 Apr	Monday	Family Day
27 Apr	Monday	Freedom Day
1 May	Friday	Workers' Day
16 Jun	Tuesday	Youth Day
9 Aug	Sunday	National Women's Day
10 Aug	Monday	National Women's Day (observed)
24 Sep	Thursday	Heritage Day
16 Dec	Wednesday	Day of Reconciliation
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Saturday	Day of Goodwill