Karume Day
Details
- Country
Tanzania- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- April 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Commemorates Abeid Karume, the first president of Zanzibar, on the anniversary of his assassination.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Karume Day a public holiday in Tanzania?
- Yes, Karume Day is an official public holiday in Tanzania. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Karume Day 2026?
- Karume Day 2026 falls on April 7, 2026.