There are 12 public holidays in South Africa in 2024, three of which fall on weekends.
The following is the list of public holidays in South Africa 2024.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 01, 2024 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Human Rights Day | Mar 21, 2024 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Good Friday | Mar 29, 2024 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Family Day | Apr 01, 2024 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Freedom Day | Apr 27, 2024 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| International Workers' Day | May 01, 2024 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Youth Day | Jun 16, 2024 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Youth Day Holiday | Jun 17, 2024 | Monday | Observed |
| National Women's Day | Aug 09, 2024 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Heritage Day | Sep 24, 2024 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Day of Reconciliation | Dec 16, 2024 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Christmas Day | Dec 25, 2024 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Day of Goodwill | Dec 26, 2024 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
Please also check the working days in South Africa in 2024.
