Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Central African Republic · Jour de l'indépendance
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 13 August | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 13 August | Friday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Central African Republic.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Fri 13 Aug – Sun 15 Aug is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Bangui around 13 August: high 29°C (84°F), low 22°C (71°F), rain on 90% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Bangui. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Friday 13 August in Bangui: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Central African Republic
Sunday, 15 August 2027
Independence Day in other countries
Algeria
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Chad
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Djibouti
Eritrea
Eswatini
Gabon
Gambia
Ghana
Guinea
More for Central African Republic
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.