Malawi public holidays 2026

Malawi has 11 nationwide public holidays in 2026. Rules can vary by region.

DateDayHolidayType
Jan 1ThursdayNew Year's DayPublic
Jan 15ThursdayJohn Chilembwe DayPublic
Mar 3TuesdayMartyrs' DayPublic
Mar 20FridayEid al FitriPublic
Apr 3FridayGood FridayPublic
Apr 6MondayEaster MondayPublic
May 1FridayLabour DayPublic
May 14ThursdayKamuzu DayPublic
Jul 6MondayIndependence DayPublic
Oct 15ThursdayMother's DayPublic
Dec 25FridayChristmas DayPublic
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Frequently asked questions

How many public holidays does Malawi have in 2026?

Malawi has 11 nationwide public holidays in 2026. Some regions add their own local holidays.

What is the next public holiday in Malawi?

The next public holiday is Christmas Day on Friday, December 25, 2026.

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