Quick Facts
•Total holidays: South Africa has 12 public holidays in 2016.
•Next Holiday: No upcoming holidays.
•Today: April 2 is not a holiday in South Africa.
•Most holidays: March has the most holidays (3) in South Africa.
•Long weekends: South Africa has 10 potential long weekends in 2016.
•vs. Average: South Africa has more holidays than the global average of 11.
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2016 | New Year's Day |
| Mar 21, 2016 | Human Rights Day |
| Mar 25, 2016 | Good Friday |
| Mar 28, 2016 | Family Day |
| Apr 27, 2016 | Freedom Day |
| May 2, 2016 | Workers' Day |
| Jun 16, 2016 | Youth Day |
| Aug 9, 2016 | National Women's Day |
| Sep 24, 2016 | Heritage Day |
| Dec 16, 2016 | Day of Reconciliation |
| Dec 27, 2016 | Christmas Day |
| Dec 26, 2016 | Day of GoodwillSt. Stephen's Day |
12 public holidays South Africa 2016
When are the public holidays in South Africa in 2016?
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🏆South Africa has 12 public holidays in 2016.
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