Public Holidays

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In South African culture a public holiday is an opportunity to celebrate our heritage, our women, our youth, our families, our workers and our human rights. It's a widely known fact that Capetonians loves holidays, and most of our public holidays offer citizens and tourists a great opportunity to interact in a fun, safe and festive environment through various organised events.

South Africa's Official Public Holidays

Human Rights Day 21 March
Good Friday 10 April
Family Day 13 April
Election Day 22 April
Freedom Day 27 April
Workers' Day 1 May
Youth Day 16 June
National Women's Day 9 August
Public Holiday 10 August
Heritage Day 24 September
Day of Reconciliation 16 December

 

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