South africa public holidays south african bank holidays. New years day 2014, human rights day 2014, freedom day 2014, workers day 2014, youth day 2014, national womans day 2014, heritage. South africa holidays page 4 of 16 travel the guardian. Download or print 2014 south africa calendar holidays. South african public holiday may 7 public holidays news. South africa holidays page 3 of 16 travel the guardian. South africas public holiday act established in 1994 regulates the countrys paid public holidays.
Jun 22, 2015 public holiday act established in 1994 regulates that south africa employees entitled to 12 paid public holidays. The total population of about 51 770 560 million is made up of 79,2 per cent black people. Why the hell arent you back at work heres the official list of public holidays for 2011, courtesy of the good folk over at the south african government information service saturday, 01. We also provide south africa holiday calendar for 2015 in word, excel, pdf. With a total human count of 53 million people, south africa represents one of the most beautiful coastlines of southern africa. South africa has 12 public holidays as determined by the public. Human rights day south africa is on saturday, march 21, 2015. The year 2014 is a common year, with 365 days in total. The above is the list of 2015 public holidays declared in south africa which includes federal, regional government holidays and popular observances. All other public holidays such as queens birthday and labour day are individually declared by the state and territory governments. It is said that this public holiday is one of the many changes that were implemented after the south african government did away with apartheid in 1994. The struggle of the apartheid regime which saw many people shed blood in the name of freedom and fairness was over.
South africas president, jacob zuma, has declared wednesday, may 7, 2014, a public holiday to allow south africans once more to exercise their democratic right to vote in the general elections which will be held on that day. Public holidays in south africa 2016 bank holidays in. In addition to the official public holidays on 27 april freedom day and 1 may workers day, the department has granted 29, 30 april and 2 may as extra school holidays. This is a list of public holidays in the central african republic. We also provide south africa holiday calendar for 2016 in word, excel, pdf. These dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check back regularly for updates. Holiday pay in south africa, public holiday is a nonworking day and all employees are entitled a normal pay rate. New years day observance day because public holiday falls on a sunday. Flowing from the constitution, the south african human rights commission sahrc was established, aiming to promote respect, protection, development and attainment. To choose another year, please use the dropdown menu above. South african public holidays and bank holidays in western. All schools, colleges and government offices remain closed on these national holidays in south africa. South african 2011 public holidays the blabla blog.
This year, all government schools have the same calendar inc. Thursday 31 december new years eve from 7pm to midnight for more information on public holidays in south australia eg. South africa is a country of many cultures and many religions indeed, a country of pluralities. In general, when a national holiday falls on a sunday, the holiday is usually observed on the monday instead. Here you see the holidays south africa for the year 2014. During the period between union in 1910, and the establishment of the present republic in 1994, the following were the official public holidays. If you want to see the school calendar with terms for 2019 visit. Public holidays in south africa 2016 bank holidays in south. The following days are public holidays and national holidays in south africa for the year 2018.
Sep 18, 20 2014 calendar with holidays list calendar 2014. Public holidays can be different depending on the state or territory youre in. This year, all government schools in south africa have the same school calendar, which includes an extended break at the end of april. The nation observes various public holidays throughout the year. The above is the list of 2016 public holidays declared in south africa which includes federal, regional government holidays and popular observances. The act determines whenever any public holiday falls on a sunday, the monday following on it shall be a public holiday. That of the cape colony was promulgated in 1856, but was amended from time to time and after 1902 the calendar of holidays was as follows. Heritage day observance day because public holiday falls on a sunday. Namibia public holidays 2020 this page contains a national calendar of all 2020 public holidays for namibia. Origins of public holidays in south africa south africa. School holiday 2020 scedule the current and proposed school holidays for south africa. Public holidays in south africa south african government. South african public holidays 2014 with long weekends 2014 including easter dates 2014. New years day, kings birthday, queen victoria day 24 may, good friday, easter monday, whit monday.
Comprehensive list of national public holidays that are celebrated in south africa during 2020 with dates and information on the origin and meaning of holidays. The electoral and labour laws of south africa, namely section 2a of the public holidays act 1994 act no. Constitution, charter and religions in south africa chapter. Today 16 february 2020 is not a holiday in south africa. Calendar files are now in the new safer xlsx macrofree format. The holidays in bold are the public holidays in south africa. South africa public holidays 2020 this page contains a national calendar of all 2020 public holidays.
Find what the public holidays are in your state territory by selecting from the list below. It was the day that heralded the long awaited hopeful horizon where this diverse country with its many colours and creeds, cultures and belief systems could work together in building a new south africa. The mzansi calendar is full of national holidays that reflect and celebrate the countrys wealth of cultural diversity. Public holidays in south africa for 2015 2016 how south. Office holidays provides calendars with dates and information on public holidays and bank holidays in key countries around the world. South africa calendars are also available as editable excel spreadsheet calendar and word document calendars. Apr 28, monday, freedom day observed, public holiday. National holidays in south africa in 2020 office holidays. The city slows down dramatically from around december 16 each year until early january, with the shopping frenzy tapering off between christmas day and new years day.
Click on the public or school holidays links above to see the namedate of the holidays celebrated annually in south africa. Overview of holidays and many observances in south africa during the year 2014. South africas present calendar of public holidays was introduced in 1994. The south african public holidays act act no 36 of 1994 determines that whenever any public holiday falls on a sunday, the monday following it will be a public holiday. South africa has 12 public holidays as determined by the public holidays act act no 36 of 1994. Calendars online and print friendly for any year and month. Here are the table of south african holidays for 20.
Phases of the moon are calculated using local time in johannesburg. Day of reconciliation observance day because public holiday falls on a sunday. Public holidays in south africa 2018 2019 2020 2021 south. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times.
South africa calendars are also available as editable excel spreadsheet calendar and. Percentage distribution of tourists from sadc countries on holiday, 2014. This page contains the list of south africa 2020 official public holidays, bank. The city slows down dramatically from around december 16 each year until early january, with the shopping frenzy tapering off between christmas day and new years day when locals take a break, often heading for the coast or to family in other. South africas vast, semidesert karoo region is the setting for afrikaburn, an offshoot of the burning man at the heart of the africas emerging music festival scene gallery published. Tourism can provide financial incentives for conservation but a successful tourism strategy must ensure opportunities for highquality visitor experiences. This is the list of 2020 public holidays for each state and territory in australia. The public holidays act act no 36 of 1994 pdf determines whenever any public holiday falls on a sunday, the monday following on it shall be a public holiday. Flowing from the constitution, the south african human rights commission sahrc was established, aiming to promote respect, protection, development and attainment of human rights for all people living in south africa, and to monitor and assess the observance of these rights. This day in 1994 saw the first free and fair election of south africa.
Our national public holidays are new years day, australia day, good friday, easter monday, anzac day, christmas day and boxing day. The dates on which good friday and easter sunday fall are determined according to the ecclesiastical moon. The report provides information on south african residents and foreign travellers who. South african public holiday may 7 public holidays news update. School terms 2014 and school holidays 2014 south africa stay safe and healthy. Import public holidays to your calendar or check out our cultural tips how to spend public holidays.
Sep, 2015 the public holidays act act no 36 of 1994 pdf determines whenever any public holiday falls on a sunday, the monday following on it shall be a public holiday. Monday 27 january australia day substitute day as australia day falls on. The bill of rights contained in the national constitution is the cornerstone of democracy in south africa. South africa public holidays 2014 holidays tracker.
Employees are entitled to 12 paid public holidays per year. Public holidays and national celebrations in south africa. Owing to its divisive history, south africa boasts more public holidays than most countries. Calculate the number of working days, work hours and holidays between two dates in south africa. Freedom day south africa is on monday, april 27, 2015.
If youre planning a trip to south africa, its worth considering the dates of the south african public holidays or bank holidays. Data collection methods may be electronic, manual or both. The kruger national park knp, south africas flagship park, receives 1. No matter how solemn their intention, they are regarded by most as shoppingextravaganza days. All calendar templates are now also openoffice compatible. Lewis freeth, winner of the 2014 readers travel photography competition won an amazing trip to south africa, courtesy of tour operator africa and beyond and tourism kwazulunatal. The following days are public holidays and national holidays in south africa for the year 2015. They are ideal for use as a spreadsheet calendar planner. The park offers a wildlife experience that ranks among the best in the world. Public holidays in the central african republic wikipedia.
Apr 27, 2016 this day in 1994 saw the first free and fair election of south africa. Discover upcoming public holiday dates for south africa and start planning to make the most of your time off. South africa has 12 public holidays as determined by the public holidays act act no 36 of 1994 pdf. South africa is also the southernmost country in africa offering a vibrant mix of various cultures, languages, and religions. National holidays in south africa in 2019 office holidays.
Nationwide events in south africa and south africas public holidays south africans love public holidays. Constitution, charter and religions in south africa. Holidays and observances in south africa in 2014 time and date. Public holidays in south africa 2018 2019 2020 2021. We also provide south africa holiday calendar for 2015 in word, excel, pdf and printable online formats. If you are looking for a calendar in pdf format then please visit our pdf calendar section. South african public holidays, dates, meanings and. Public holiday act established in 1994 regulates that south africa employees entitled to 12 paid public holidays. Calendars are otherwise blank and designed for easy printing. Below are 2015 pdf calendars with popular and south africa holidays. The act determines whenever any public holiday falls on a sunday, the following monday shall be a public holiday. Public procurement regulations, 2014 seychelles legal. Before the union of south africa was established in 1910 each of the four colonies had its own legislation on public holidays.
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