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South Africa Holidays 2026

18 public holidays in South Africa. Next up: Ramadan Start in 1 days!

1
Days
12
Hours
35
Mins
16
Secs
until Ramadan Start
Africa/Johannesburg timezone
18
Total Holidays
14
Upcoming
4
Passed
5
Months

Upcoming Holidays

14 remaining

Holidays by Month

January 2026 3 holidays

01
Thu
Passed
02
Fri
Passed
16
Fri
Passed

February 2026 3 holidays

15
Sun
Passed
18
Wed
1 days
21
Sat
4 days

March 2026 5 holidays

03
Tue
14 days
15
Sun
26 days
20
Fri
31 days
20
Fri
31 days
21
Sat
32 days

April 2026 5 holidays

03
Fri
45 days
04
Sat
46 days
05
Sun
47 days
06
Mon
48 days
27
Mon
69 days

May 2026 2 holidays

01
Fri
73 days
10
Sun
82 days

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does South Africa have in 2026?▼

South Africa has 18 public holidays in 2026. These are official days when most businesses, schools, and government offices are closed.

What is the next public holiday in South Africa?▼

The next public holiday in South Africa is Ramadan Start on February 18, 2026. That's in 1 days!

Are these official public holidays?▼

Yes, these are official public holidays recognized by South Africa. Our data is collected from official government sources and verified for accuracy.

Do public holidays in South Africa apply to all regions?▼

Most national holidays apply countrywide. However, some countries have regional holidays specific to certain states, provinces, or territories. The holidays listed here are those recognized nationally.