Holidays in South Africa for 2026
Discover the official list of public, bank, and religious holidays in South Africa for 2026. Use this comprehensive guide to stay informed about important dates and observances across the country.
| Date | Weekday | Name | Notes |
| March 21st | Saturday | Human Rights Day | - |
| April 6th | Monday | Family Day | - |
| April 27th | Monday | Freedom Day | - |
| June 16th | Tuesday | Youth Day | - |
| June 17th | Wednesday | Islamic New Year's Day | - |
| August 9th | Sunday | National Women's Day | - |
| August 27th | Thursday | Raksha Bandhan | - |
| September 24th | Thursday | Heritage Day | - |
| October 11th | Sunday | Navaratri | - |
| December 16th | Wednesday | Day of Reconciliation | - |
Holiday data for far-reaching years is subject to change due to laws and government decrees.
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