South African Public Holidays
Leisure time is rare. We give you Freedom to choose when you’re reachable.
Let your phone system do the work while you enjoy some well-deserved rest on South Africa’s public holidays. In your Dialplan, add the relevant dates to your Opening Hours Filter. When the time comes, Freedom will automatically handle your calls, leaving you with one less thing to stress about.
2025 Public Holidays South Africa
- Wednesday, 1 January: New Year’s Day
- Friday, 21 March: Human Rights Day
- Friday, 18 April: Good Friday
- Monday, 21 April: Family Day
- Sunday, 27 April: Freedom Day
- Monday, 28 April: Public Holiday, Freedom Day Observed
- Thursday, 1 May: Workers Day
- Monday, 16 June: Youth Day
- Saturday, 9 August: National Women’s Day
- Wednesday, 24 September: Heritage Day
- Tuesday, 16 December: Day of Reconciliation
- Thursday, 25 December: Christmas Day
- Friday, 26 December: Day of Goodwill
2026 Public Holidays South Africa
- Thursday, 1 January: New Year’s Day
- Saturday, 21 March: Human Rights Day
- Friday, 3 April: Good Friday
- Monday, 6 April: Family Day
- Monday, 27 April: Freedom Day
- Friday, 1 May: Workers Day
- Tuesday, 16 June: Youth Day
- Sunday, 9 August: National Women’s Day
- Monday, 10 August: National Women’s Day Observed
- Thursday, 24 September: Heritage Day
- Wednesday, 16 December: Day of Reconciliation
- Friday, 25 December: Christmas Day
- Saturday, 26 December: Day of Goodwill
Frequently asked questions
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Can I schedule my Voys phone system differently for public holidays?
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Will customers know if my business is closed on a public holiday?
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Can I still receive calls on public holidays?
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How do I update my business hours for upcoming public holidays?
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How can Voys help my business stay professional on public holidays?