Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Namibia
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 21 March | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 21 March | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 22 March | Monday | Independence Day (observed) Observed day off for Independence Day (Sun 21 Mar) |
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 Namibia.
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 20 Mar – Mon 22 Mar is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Windhoek around 21 March: high 29°C (84°F), low 16°C (60°F), rain on 54% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Windhoek. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Sunday 21 March in Windhoek: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Namibia
Friday, 26 March 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 Namibia
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.