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Public in Rwanda
National Heroes' Day in Rwanda
Honors those who fought in the Ugandan Bush War
Quick Facts
Holiday Type
Classification in Rwanda
Public
About National Heroes' Day
Honors those who fought in the Ugandan Bush War
Celebrates individuals who played significant roles in Uganda's history.
Established in 2001, this holiday commemorates people who fought on both sides of the Ugandan Bush War. The date marks the assassination of Eddidian Babumba Mukiibi Luttamaguzi.
Practical Information in Rwanda
Banks
Banks are closed
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Educational institutions are closed
🏫 ClosedGovernment Offices
Government services unavailable
🏛️ ClosedHistorical Significance in Rwanda
Established to remember those who sacrificed for Rwanda's freedom.
Calendar Details
Calendar Systems
gregorian
On this day in African history
- 1877 (c.) St. Josephine Bakhita kidnapped by Arab slave traders in Sudan, experiencing severe trauma that erases her memory of her birth name. · Sudan
- 1966 Ahmed Sékou Touré offers Kwame Nkrumah asylum after his overthrow and declares him honorary Co-President of Guinea. · Guinea
- 1975 J. M. Kariuki targeted in a forged leaflet campaign linking him to the fictional Maskini Liberation Organisation and Nairobi bombings. · Kenya
- 1978 Akwasi Amankwaa Afrifa publishes a prophetic open letter in the Daily Graphic warning Acheampong of the risk of military executions if coups continue. · Ghana
- 1985 Karimi Nduthu forms Mwakenya, a Kenyan democratic movement opposing Daniel arap Moi's rule and wealthy elite control. The group turns militant in Apri...
- 2012 A deadly riot at Port Said Stadium during an Egyptian football match leaves 74 dead and 500 injured. Masry club fans attack Ahly club supporters, lead...
Historical Timeline
2026
Last observed in Rwanda
🇷🇼Final celebration recorded in Rwanda
⏰ Last ObservedCurrent Status in Rwanda
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Rwanda
Last observed: 2026
Public Holiday
Date: February 1, 2024