South Africa holidays 2026
National/default jurisdiction calendar. State, provincial, religious and industry schedules can differ.
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| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | New Year's Day |
| 2026-03-21 | Human Rights Day |
| 2026-04-03 | Good Friday |
| 2026-04-06 | Family Day |
| 2026-04-27 | Freedom Day |
| 2026-05-01 | Workers' Day |
| 2026-06-16 | Youth Day |
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-09 | National Women's Day |
| 2026-08-10 | National Women's Day (observed) |
| 2026-09-24 | Heritage Day |
| 2026-11-04 | Local Government Elections |
| 2026-12-16 | Day of Reconciliation |
| 2026-12-25 | Christmas Day |
| 2026-12-26 | Day of Goodwill |
Generated from python-holidays 0.105, October 2, 2026. Observed dates are included when provided by the country calendar. Dates may change following official announcements. An entry does not establish closure of every business.