South Africa Holidays, Observances & Calendar 2028

Find the complete list of public holidays, observances, and the full monthly Calendar for South Africa in 2028. Discover official national holidays, important cultural dates, and plan your year with this country-specific holiday guide.

Total Holidays 41
Public Holidays 13
Observances 28
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Calendar 2028
Holidays 2028
January 2028
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February 2028
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March 2028
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April 2028
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May 2028
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June 2028
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July 2028
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August 2028
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September 2028
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October 2028
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November 2028
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December 2028
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Holidays & Observances in South Africa in 2028

New Year's Day
Public Holiday
Saturday, January 1, 2028
563 days left
Tweede Nuwe Jaar
Observance
Sunday, January 2, 2028
564 days left
Ramadan Start (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Friday, January 28, 2028
590 days left
Armed Forces Day
Observance
Monday, February 21, 2028
614 days left
Laylatul Qadr (Night of Power)
Muslim
Tuesday, February 22, 2028
615 days left
Maha Shivaratri
Hindu Holiday
Wednesday, February 23, 2028
616 days left
Eid ul Fitr (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Sunday, February 27, 2028
620 days left
Holi
Hindu Holiday
Saturday, March 11, 2028
633 days left
March Equinox
Season
Monday, March 20, 2028
642 days left
Human Rights Day
Public Holiday
Tuesday, March 21, 2028
643 days left
Good Friday
Public Holiday
Friday, April 14, 2028
667 days left
Holy Saturday
Observance, Christian
Saturday, April 15, 2028
668 days left
Easter Sunday
Observance, Christian
Sunday, April 16, 2028
669 days left
Family Day
Public Holiday
Monday, April 17, 2028
670 days left
Freedom Day
Public Holiday
Thursday, April 27, 2028
680 days left
Workers' Day
Public Holiday
Monday, May 1, 2028
684 days left
Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Friday, May 5, 2028
688 days left
Mother's Day
Observance
Sunday, May 14, 2028
697 days left
Muharram/Islamic New Year (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Thursday, May 25, 2028
708 days left
Youth Day
Public Holiday
Friday, June 16, 2028
730 days left
Father's Day
Observance
Sunday, June 18, 2028
732 days left
June Solstice
Season
Tuesday, June 20, 2028
734 days left
Nelson Mandela Day
Observance
Tuesday, July 18, 2028
762 days left
Milad un Nabi (Mawlid) (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Thursday, August 3, 2028
778 days left
Raksha Bandhan
Hindu Holiday
Saturday, August 5, 2028
780 days left
National Women's Day
Public Holiday
Wednesday, August 9, 2028
784 days left
Janmashtami
Hindu Holiday
Sunday, August 13, 2028
788 days left
Ganesh Chaturthi
Hindu Holiday
Wednesday, August 23, 2028
798 days left
Navaratri
Hindu Holiday
Tuesday, September 19, 2028
825 days left
September Equinox
Season
Friday, September 22, 2028
828 days left
Heritage Day
Public Holiday
Sunday, September 24, 2028
830 days left
Day off for Heritage Day
Public Holiday
Monday, September 25, 2028
831 days left
Dussehra
Hindu Holiday
Wednesday, September 27, 2028
833 days left
Diwali/Deepavali
Hindu Holiday
Tuesday, October 17, 2028
853 days left
Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Thursday, December 14, 2028
911 days left
Day of Reconciliation
Public Holiday
Saturday, December 16, 2028
913 days left
December Solstice
Season
Thursday, December 21, 2028
918 days left
Christmas Eve
Observance, Christian
Sunday, December 24, 2028
921 days left
Christmas Day
Public Holiday
Monday, December 25, 2028
922 days left
Day of Goodwill
Public Holiday
Tuesday, December 26, 2028
923 days left
New Year's Eve
Observance
Sunday, December 31, 2028
928 days left

South Africa Holidays 2028 - FAQs

1. How many public holidays are there in South Africa in 2028?
➥ South Africa has several official public holidays in 2028, including national holidays and other important observances listed on this page. The exact number may vary depending on regional and optional holidays.
2. What are the national holidays in South Africa in 2028?
➥ National holidays in South Africa include officially recognized days observed across the country, such as New Year’s Day, Independence Day, and Christmas. A full list is available in the holiday table above.
3. Are Carnival days public holidays in South Africa?
➥ Carnival days in South Africa are widely celebrated, but their status as official public holidays can vary by region and employer. This calendar highlights nationally recognized holidays and major observances for 2028.
4. Do holidays in South Africa change every year?
➥ Some holidays in South Africa fall on fixed dates each year, while others are movable and depend on religious or cultural calendars. This page reflects the dates specific to 2028.
5. Is this holiday calendar updated from official sources?
➥ The holiday information on this page is compiled from official government publications and widely accepted public records to ensure accuracy for planning and reference purposes.

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