Is today a public holiday in Namibia?
Saturday, 17 October 2026
No public holiday on this date.
Next public holiday in Namibia
Human Rights Day
Is tomorrow a holiday in Namibia? · All Namibia public holidays 2026
The answer is worked out for the date in Namibia's main time zone (Africa/Windhoek). "Partly" means the day is a holiday only in some regions.
Upcoming public holidays in Namibia
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thursday, 10 December 2026 | Human Rights Day |
| Friday, 25 December 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Saturday, 26 December 2026 | Day of Goodwill |
| Friday, 1 January 2027 | New Year's Day |
| Sunday, 21 March 2027 | Independence Day |
| Friday, 26 March 2027 | Good Friday |
See the full Namibia holiday calendar
Frequently asked questions
Is today a public holiday in Namibia?
The answer is at the top of this page. It is calculated from the official holiday list for the country and the current date in Africa/Windhoek, so it stays correct even if you leave the page open.
What does "Partly" mean?
Some public holidays apply only in certain regions, states or provinces. When the date is a holiday in some regions but not in the whole country, the page shows Partly and names the holiday.
How many public holidays does Namibia have in 2026?
Namibia has 13 nationwide public holidays in 2026. See the full list for Namibia.
Are shops, banks and schools closed on public holidays in Namibia?
Opening rules differ by country, by type of business and sometimes by holiday. Many offices, schools and banks close on public holidays, while shops, restaurants and transport may stay open or run reduced hours. For a specific business, check its own opening hours.
Is tomorrow a public holiday in Namibia?
See is tomorrow a public holiday in Namibia.
When is the next public holiday in Namibia?
Human Rights Day on Thursday, 10 December 2026.