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Namibia Public Holidays 2026

Q: What is the next public holiday in Namibia?

The next public holiday in Namibia is Africa Day on May 25, 2026.

Q: Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Namibia?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Namibia in 2026.

Official national and public holidays for Namibia in 2026.

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2026

Upcoming Holiday

Africa Day

Monday, May 25, 2026

In 4 days

Date	Local Name	English Name	Type
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday	New Year's Day	New Year's Day	Public
Mar 21, 2026 Saturday	Independence Day	Independence Day	Public
Apr 3, 2026 Friday	Good Friday	Good Friday	Public
Apr 6, 2026 Monday	Easter Monday	Easter Monday	Public
May 1, 2026 Friday	Workers' Day	Workers' Day	Public
May 4, 2026 Monday	Cassinga Day	Cassinga Day	Public
May 14, 2026 Thursday	Ascension Day	Ascension Day	Public
May 25, 2026 Monday	Africa Day	Africa Day	Public
May 28, 2026 Thursday	Genocide Remembrance Day	Genocide Remembrance Day	Public
Aug 26, 2026 Wednesday	Heroes' Day	Heroes' Day	Public
Dec 10, 2026 Thursday	Human Rights Day	Human Rights Day	Public
Dec 25, 2026 Friday	Christmas Day	Christmas Day	Public
Dec 26, 2026 Saturday	St. Stephen's Day	Day of Goodwill	Public

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Namibia have in 2026?

Namibia has 13 public holidays in 2026.

What is the next public holiday in Namibia?

The next public holiday in Namibia is Africa Day on May 25, 2026.

Are banks closed on public holidays in Namibia?

Yes, banks and government offices are typically closed on national public holidays in Namibia. ATMs remain accessible.

Do shops open on public holidays in Namibia?

This varies. In major cities, shops may remain open on some holidays, while smaller towns and rural areas often close on national public holidays in Namibia.

Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Namibia?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Namibia in 2026.

Are public holidays paid days off in Namibia?

In Namibia, national public holidays are generally considered paid days off for employees. Specific rules may vary by employment contract and sector.

Are there long weekends in Namibia in 2026?

Long weekends occur when a public holiday falls on a Friday or Monday. Check the holiday calendar above to identify these dates in Namibia for 2026.

Do public holidays in Namibia affect travel and transport?

Yes. On major public holidays in Namibia, public transport may run on reduced schedules and many businesses may be closed or operate reduced hours.