Worker's Day
Nationwide public holiday in Eswatini
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 May | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 1 May | Saturday | Nationwide |
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.
Typical weather in Mbabane around 1 May: high 26°C (79°F), low 13°C (55°F), rain on 19% 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 Saturday 1 May in Mbabane: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Eswatini
Thursday, 6 May 2027
Worker's Day in other countries
Cabo Verde
Guinea-Bissau
Lesotho
Namibia
Nigeria
Sao Tome and Principe
South Africa
Zimbabwe
Brazil
Malta
Paraguay
San Marino
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.