Public Holiday

Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated by Hindu communities across South Africa.

The Day of Reconciliation is intended to promote national unity and reconciliation across South Africa’s communities.

Christmas Day is a gazetted public holiday in South Africa.

The Day of Goodwill follows Christmas Day and is a gazetted public holiday in South Africa.

New Year’s Eve is not a public holiday in South Africa, although many businesses close early or operate reduced hours.