Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Lesotho
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 October | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 4 October | Monday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Lesotho.
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 2 Oct – Mon 4 Oct is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Maseru around 4 October: high 25°C (76°F), low 7°C (45°F), rain on 10% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Maseru. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 4 October in Maseru: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Lesotho
Saturday, 25 December 2027
Independence Day in other countries
Algeria
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Central African Republic
Chad
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Djibouti
Eritrea
Eswatini
Gabon
Gambia
Ghana
More for Lesotho
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.