South Africa
South Africa public holidays — 2028
Official public holidays in South Africa for 2028, from government sources.
No — today is not a public holiday in South Africa
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| Date | Holiday | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday 1 January 2028 | New Year's Day | |
| Tuesday 21 March 2028 | Human Rights Day | |
| Friday 14 April 2028 | Good Friday | |
| Monday 17 April 2028 | Family Day | |
| Thursday 27 April 2028 | Freedom Day | |
| Monday 1 May 2028 | Workers' Day | |
| Friday 16 June 2028 | Youth Day | |
| Wednesday 9 August 2028 | National Women's Day | |
| Monday 25 September 2028 | Heritage Day | Actual date 2028-09-24 Actual date 24 Sep 2028. |
| Saturday 16 December 2028 | Day of Reconciliation | |
| Monday 25 December 2028 | Christmas Day | |
| Tuesday 26 December 2028 | Day of Goodwill |
Source: Department of Home Affairs / Public Holidays Act. Licence: South African government information (republication permitted with attribution).