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Popular Uprising Day

Public HolidayMajor
Popular Uprising Day — Public Holiday

Details

Country
BF Burkina Faso
Scope
Nationwide
Type
Public Holiday
Gazetted
Yes — official day off
Month
January 2026
Long Weekends
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Business Impact

Impact Description
Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Popular Uprising Day a public holiday in Burkina Faso?
Yes, Popular Uprising Day is an official public holiday in Burkina Faso. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
When is Popular Uprising Day 2027?
Popular Uprising Day 2027 falls on January 3, 2027.

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Popular Uprising Day (Observed)Public HolidayJan 4New Year's DayPublic HolidayJan 1Christmas DayPublic HolidayDec 25Christmas DayPublic HolidayDec 25Proclamation of the RepublicPublic HolidayDec 11

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BFBurkina Faso59 events🏛️Public HolidaysWorldwide📅JanuaryWorldwideBFBurkina Faso Long Weekends25 long weekends