Zanzibar Revolution Day
Nationwide public holiday in Tanzania · Mapinduzi ya Zanzibar
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 12 January | Monday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 12 January | Tuesday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Tanzania.
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
Take Monday 11 January off and get 4 days in a row (Sat 9 Jan – Tue 12 Jan).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Dar es Salaam around 12 January: high 30°C (85°F), low 26°C (80°F), rain on 66% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Dar es Salaam. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Tuesday 12 January in Dar es Salaam: (MET Norway)
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.