Downfall of the Derg
ደርግ የወደቀበት ቀን
Details
- Country
Ethiopia- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- National Day
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- May 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Reduced Operations
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 1 month before
Notes
Marks the fall of the Derg military regime in 1991. Celebrated as the beginning of modern Ethiopia's political transition.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Downfall of the Derg a public holiday in Ethiopia?
- Yes, Downfall of the Derg is an official public holiday in Ethiopia. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Downfall of the Derg 2026?
- Downfall of the Derg 2026 falls on May 28, 2026.
- What is Downfall of the Derg called locally in Ethiopia?
- Downfall of the Derg is locally known as "ደርግ የወደቀበት ቀን" in Ethiopia.