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World Refugee Day

World Refugee Day 2026 in Botswana is observed on Saturday, 20 June 2026.

World Refugee Day is not an official public holiday in Botswana — it's a widely observed day (date shown is when Botswana observes it), but offices and schools stay open. See Botswana's official public holidays →
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World Refugee Day is a public holiday in Botswana. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.

History & origin

World Refugee Day is officially observed as a public holiday in Botswana. We are building out a longer history & traditions section for this holiday. In the meantime, the calendar below shows World Refugee Day's date across multiple years and how it interacts with the country's long-weekend opportunities.

Traditions & customs

World Refugee Day observance varies by community and region within Botswana. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.

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Frequently asked questions

When is World Refugee Day 2026 in Botswana?

World Refugee Day 2026 in Botswana is observed on Saturday, 20 June 2026.

Is World Refugee Day a public holiday in Botswana?

No. World Refugee Day is marked in Botswana as a widely observed day, but it is not an official public holiday — workplaces and schools stay open.

How many days until World Refugee Day?

The countdown above shows the exact days, hours and minutes remaining. The year-by-year list below has World Refugee Day's date in the surrounding years.

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