Public holidays in Namibia, 2027
14 public holidays, 10 of them on a weekday - days when the verdict for Namibia drops from PING to MAYBE. Next up: New Year's Day on Friday 1 January.
2027 dates
| Date | Holiday | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January | New Year's Day | Friday |
| 21 March | Independence Day | Sunday |
| 22 March | Public Holiday | Monday |
| 26 March | Good Friday | Friday |
| 29 March | Easter Monday | Monday |
| 1 May | Workers Day | Saturday |
| 4 May | Cassinga Day | Tuesday |
| 6 May | Ascension Day | Thursday |
| 25 May | Africa Day | Tuesday |
| 26 August | Heroes' Day | Thursday |
| 10 December | Human Rights Day | Friday |
| 25 December | Christmas Day | Saturday |
| 26 December | Family Day | Sunday |
| 27 December | Public Holiday | Monday |
Questions
How many public holidays does Namibia have in 2027?
14 nationwide public holidays, 10 falling on a weekday. Regional holidays are not included.
What is the next public holiday in Namibia?
New Year's Day, on Friday 1 January 2027.
Should I message colleagues on a public holiday?
Asleep marks public holidays as MAYBE: people may be reachable, but don’t expect a reply. Schedule-send for the next working day if it can wait.