Public holidays in Namibia
Namibia has 12 public holidays in 2026. The table below also lists the other days observed there, such as bank and school holidays.
- 12 Public
- 1 Observance
Holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| March 21 | Saturday | Independence Day | Public |
| April 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| April 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| April 6 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Workers Day | Public |
| May 4 | Monday | Cassinga Day | Public |
| May 14 | Thursday | Ascension Day | Public |
| May 25 | Monday | Africa Day | Public |
| August 26 | Wednesday | Heroes' Day | Public |
| December 10 | Thursday | Human Rights Day | Public |
| December 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
| December 26 | Saturday | Day of Goodwill | Public |
Other years
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Namibia have in 2026?
- Namibia has 12 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the first public holiday in Namibia in 2026?
- The first is New Year's Day, on January 1, 2026.
- Which public holidays in Namibia fall on a weekend in 2026?
- 2 of them: Independence Day, Day of Goodwill.