Botswana Public Holidays 2025
Botswana observes 13 public holidays in 2025. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
2025 at a glance
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All holidays in 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Wednesday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 2 | Thursday | New Year's Holiday | Public |
| Apr 18 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 19 | Saturday | Easter Saturday | Public |
| Apr 20 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Apr 21 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| May 1 | Thursday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 11 | Sunday | Mother's Day | Observance |
| May 29 | Thursday | Ascension Day | Public |
| Jul 1 | Tuesday | Sir Seretse Khama Day | Public |
| Jul 21 | Monday | President’s Day | Public |
| Jul 22 | Tuesday | President’s Day Holiday | Public |
| Sep 30 | Tuesday | Botswana Day | Public |
| Dec 25 | Thursday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 26 | Friday | Family Day | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Botswana
Public holidays in Botswana are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Botswana have in 2025?
- Botswana has 13 nationwide public holidays in 2025, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Botswana?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Botswana close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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