National Holidays in South Africa (2026) 🇿🇦
South Africa observes 13 public holidays this year, with 14 scheduled for 2027. The next public holiday is National Women's Day. The most recent was Youth Day.
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This year, South Africa observes 13 public holidays, with 14 scheduled for 2027. The next holiday is National Women's Day on 9 Aug. The most recently passed holiday was Youth Day. Click here to see the 2027 Public Holidays for South Africa.
2026 National Holidays in South Africa
| Date | Holiday Name | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
