Public Holidays in South Africa

2024 Public holidays in South Africa

1 January: New Year’s Day 21 March: Human Rights Day 29 March: Good Friday * 1 April: Family Day 27 April: Freedom Day 1 May: Workers' Day 29 May: Public holiday (General Elections) 16 June: Youth Day 17 June: Public holiday Youth Day observed ** 9 August: National Women’s Day 24 September: Heritage Day 16 December: Day of Reconciliation 25 December: Christmas Day 26 December: Day of Goodwill