Cassinga Day
Details
- Country
Namibia- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- May 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Commemorates the 1978 Cassinga events and honors those who died in the liberation struggle.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Cassinga Day a public holiday in Namibia?
- Yes, Cassinga Day is an official public holiday in Namibia. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Cassinga Day 2026?
- Cassinga Day 2026 falls on May 4, 2026.