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World Population Day

World Population Day is not an official public holiday in South Africa. The date shown is when it falls globally; it may be observed privately or culturally. See South Africa's official public holidays →
Saturday, 11 July 2026
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World Population Day is a public holiday in South Africa. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.

History & origin

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

Traditions & customs

World Population Day observance varies by community and region within South Africa. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.

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