South AfricavsNamibia
Nationwide public holidays in 2026. Regional days are left out — they only apply in some areas.
7
Days you're both off
6
Only South Africa
6
Only Namibia
What the numbers say
In 2026, South Africa has 13 nationwide public holidays and Namibia has 13 — exactly the same number. They line up on 7 dates, including New Year's Day, Human Rights Day, Good Friday and Family Day.
What matters for time off is how many land on weekdays: South Africa has 11 on working days (2 fall on a weekend), against 11 for Namibia (2 on a weekend).
For short breaks, South Africa offers 6 long weekends (a Monday or Friday holiday) and 3 possible bridge days (a Tuesday or Thursday holiday); Namibia offers 6 and 4. Namibia has more bridge-day opportunities. The busiest month is April in South Africa and May in Namibia.
Shared days
Both countries close. Nothing gets done either side.
Only South Africa
Namibia is working — expect one-sided quiet.
Only Namibia
South Africa is working these days.
Full calendars: South Africa · Namibia