How many public holidays does eSwatini have in 2026?

eSwatini has 15 official public holidays in 2026, listed above with their exact dates.

When is the first public holiday in eSwatini in 2026?

The first 2026 public holiday in eSwatini is New Year's Day, on January 1.

Where can I plan eSwatini long weekends for 2026?

Use the caldays long-weekend planner for eSwatini to find every bridge day and turn a few days of leave into a longer break.

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Public holiday · Long weekend · World clock — eSwatini 2026.

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22Jul

Public holiday

King Father Sobhuza II's Birthday

Wednesday · in 39 days

31Aug

Public holiday

Umhlanga (Reed Dance) Day

Monday · in 79 days

6Sept

Public holiday

Somhlolo Day (Independence Day)

Sunday · in 85 days

7Sept

Public holiday

Somhlolo Day (Observed)

Saturday · in 196 days

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Umhlanga (Reed Dance) Day

29 Aug – 31 Aug

3days

S29

S30

M31

Automatic — no leave needed · 3 days off

Somhlolo Day (Observed)

5 Sept – 7 Sept

3days

Automatic — no leave needed · 3 days off

Christmas Day

25 Dec – 27 Dec

3days

F25

S26

S27

Automatic — no leave needed · 3 days off

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