Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Eswatini
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 September | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 7 September | Monday | Independence Day (observed) Observed day off for Independence Day (Sun 6 Sep) |
| 2027 | 6 September | Monday | Nationwide |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Eswatini.
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
Sat 4 Sep – Mon 6 Sep is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Mbabane around 6 September: high 28°C (83°F), low 12°C (53°F), rain on 26% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Mbabane. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 6 September in Mbabane: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Eswatini
Saturday, 25 December 2027
Independence Day in other countries
Algeria
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Central African Republic
Chad
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Djibouti
Eritrea
Gabon
Gambia
Ghana
Guinea
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.