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Jan 1, Wed
New Year's Day
A celebration of the beginning of the year in the Gregorian calendar, associated with rest, family gatherings, fireworks, festive meals, and exchanging good wishes.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Year
New Year's Day

Jan 1, Wed
New Year's Day
New Year
A celebration of the beginning of the year in the Gregorian calendar, associated with rest, family gatherings, fireworks, festive meals, and exchanging good wishes.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Year

Mar 1, Sat
Burial of Sam Nujoma
The day will commemorate the funeral of Sam Nujoma (1929–2021), Namibia’s founding president, once officially observed.

Mar 21, Fri
Independence Day
The day marks the country's independence from South African administration on March 21, 1990.

Mar 21, Fri
Independence Day
The day marks the country's independence from South African administration on March 21, 1990.

Apr 18, Fri
Good Friday
The Friday of Holy Week, dedicated to remembering the trial, crucifixion, suffering, death of Jesus Christ, and His burial after being taken down from the cross.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Good_Friday
Good Friday

Apr 18, Fri
Good Friday
The Friday of Holy Week, dedicated to remembering the trial, crucifixion, suffering, death of Jesus Christ, and His burial after being taken down from the cross.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Good_Friday

Apr 21, Mon
Easter Monday
A holiday observed on the day after Easter Sunday, associated with rest, family time, outdoor picnics, egg rolling games, and in some regions - such as Central and Eastern Europe - playful water-splashing customs.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Easter_Monday
Easter Monday

Apr 21, Mon
Easter Monday
A holiday observed on the day after Easter Sunday, associated with rest, family time, outdoor picnics, egg rolling games, and in some regions - such as Central and Eastern Europe - playful water-splashing customs.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Easter_Monday

May 1, Thu
International Workers' Day
Workers' Day
A holiday observed on May 1st to recognize workers and labor rights, with historical origins in late 19th-century labor demonstrations.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Workers'_Day
International Workers' Day

May 1, Thu
International Workers' Day
Workers' Day
A holiday observed on May 1st to recognize workers and labor rights, with historical origins in late 19th-century labor demonstrations.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Workers'_Day

May 4, Sun
Cassinga Day
The day commemorates the attack on a refugee camp at Cassinga on May 4, 1978, during the Namibian War of Independence.

May 4, Sun
Cassinga Day
The day commemorates the attack on a refugee camp at Cassinga on May 4, 1978, during the Namibian War of Independence.

May 5, Mon
Cassinga Day observed
Cassinga Day

May 25, Sun
Africa Day
A celebration of African unity and independence, commemorating the founding of the Organization of African Unity in 1963. It reflects shared hopes for development, peace, and cooperation across the continent.
Africa Day

May 25, Sun
Africa Day
A celebration of African unity and independence, commemorating the founding of the Organization of African Unity in 1963. It reflects shared hopes for development, peace, and cooperation across the continent.

May 26, Mon
Africa Day observed
Africa Day

May 28, Wed
Genocide Remembrance Day
The day in Namibia commemorates the victims of the 1904–1908 genocide committed against the Herero and Nama peoples during German colonial rule.

May 28, Wed
Genocide Remembrance Day
Cassinga Day
The day in Namibia commemorates the victims of the 1904–1908 genocide committed against the Herero and Nama peoples during German colonial rule.

May 29, Thu
Ascension Day
This holiday commemorates the Christian belief of the bodily Ascension of Jesus into heaven. Celebrated on a Thursday, the fortieth day of Easter
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feast_of_the_Ascension
Ascension Day

May 29, Thu
Ascension Day
This holiday commemorates the Christian belief of the bodily Ascension of Jesus into heaven. Celebrated on a Thursday, the fortieth day of Easter
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feast_of_the_Ascension

Aug 26, Tue
Heroes' Day
The day honors the memory of those who fought and died in the country's liberation struggle, particularly referencing the 1966 attack at Omugulugwombashe.

Aug 26, Tue
Heroes' Day
Heroes’ Day
The day honors the memory of those who fought and died in the country's liberation struggle, particularly referencing the 1966 attack at Omugulugwombashe.

Dec 10, Wed
Human Rights Day
The day commemorates the adoption of the Namibian Constitution and the promotion of human rights following independence in 1990.

Dec 10, Wed
Day of the Namibian Women and International Human Rights Day
Namibian Women’s Day and Human Rights Day
The day honors the role of Namibian women in the liberation struggle and coincides with International Human Rights Day on December 10.

Dec 25, Thu
Christmas Day
Christian feast day that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas
Christmas Day

Dec 25, Thu
Christmas Day
Christmas
Christian feast day that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas

Dec 26, Fri
Second Day of Christmas
St. Stephen's Day
A continuation of the Christmas celebration, marked by family time, rest, and traditions of giving, also known in many countries as Boxing Day, Second Day of Christmas, Saint Stephen’s Day, or the Day of Goodwill
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_Day_of_Christmas
Second Day of Christmas

Dec 26, Fri
Family Day
A public holiday dedicated to the importance of family life. While its origins and dates vary by country, the day encourages people to spend time with their loved ones and reflect on family values.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Family_Day
Family Day

2025 - CALENDARS -
2025
1 Jan New Year's Day
1 Jan New Year's Day
1 Mar Burial of Sam Nujoma
21 Mar Independence Day
21 Mar Independence Day
18 Apr Good Friday
18 Apr Good Friday
21 Apr Easter Monday
21 Apr Easter Monday
1 May International Workers' Day
1 May International Workers' Day
4 May Cassinga Day
4 May Cassinga Day
5 May Cassinga Day observed
25 May Africa Day
25 May Africa Day
26 May Africa Day observed
28 May Genocide Remembrance Day
28 May Genocide Remembrance Day
29 May Ascension Day
29 May Ascension Day
26 Aug Heroes' Day
26 Aug Heroes' Day
10 Dec Human Rights Day
10 Dec Day of the Namibian Women and International Human Rights Day
25 Dec Christmas Day
25 Dec Christmas Day
26 Dec Second Day of Christmas
26 Dec Family Day
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