​Robert Gabriel Mugabe National Youth Day is a public holiday in Zimbabwe, commemorating the birthday of the nation's founding leader, Robert Mugabe. Established in 2017 following Mugabe's resignation, the day honors his contributions to Zimbabwe's independence and his emphasis on youth empowerment and education.

Father Lini Day is a national public holiday in Vanuatu. It commemorates the death of Father Walter Lini, who is widely regarded as the father of Vanuatu’s independence and served as its first Prime Minister after the nation gained sovereignty in 1980.