Memorial Day of Genocide perpetrated against the Tutsi in 1994
Nationwide public holiday in Rwanda · Umunsi wo Kwibuka Jenoside yakorewe Abatutsi mu 1994
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7 April | Tuesday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 7 April | Wednesday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Rwanda.
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 Kigali around 7 April: high 25°C (76°F), low 15°C (60°F), rain on 84% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Kigali. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Wednesday 7 April in Kigali: (MET Norway)
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.