South African Public Holidays 2028
All 13 days off in 2028, with the day of the week.
- New Year’s DaySaturday1 January
- Human Rights DayTuesday21 March
- Good FridayFriday · long weekend14 April
- Family DayMonday · long weekend17 April
- Freedom DayThursday27 April
- Workers’ DayMonday · long weekend1 May
- Youth DayFriday · long weekend16 June
- National Women’s DayWednesday9 August
- Heritage DaySunday24 September
- Heritage Day (observed)Monday · long weekend25 September
- Day of ReconciliationSaturday16 December
- Christmas DayMonday · long weekend25 December
- Day of GoodwillTuesday26 December
6 fall on a Monday or Friday, giving a long weekend.
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Questions
How many public holidays are there in South Africa in 2028?
There are 12 public holidays, plus 1 extra Monday off because a holiday falls on a Sunday.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a Sunday?
Under the Public Holidays Act, the following Monday becomes a public holiday.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a Saturday?
Nothing changes. There is no extra day off for a Saturday holiday.