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Public in Benin
People's Sovereignty Day in Benin
Celebration of democracy and sovereignty
Quick Facts
Holiday Type
Classification in Benin
Public
About People's Sovereignty Day
Celebration of democracy and sovereignty
A national holiday celebrating the sovereignty of the people of Benin.
Commemorates the 1990 democratic uprising against the military regime
Practical Information in Benin
Banks
Banks are closed
🏦 ClosedSchools
Educational institutions are closed
🏫 ClosedGovernment Offices
Government services unavailable
🏛️ ClosedHistorical Significance in Benin
Established after the Marxist-Leninist regime in 1975 to honor the sovereignty of the people.
Calendar Details
Calendar Systems
gregorian
On this day in African history
- 1948 The Accra Riots erupt in Ghana after British authorities break up a march by unarmed veterans who fought in World War II for Britain and are seeking d...
- 2018 700 illegal churches are closed in Rwanda for being too noisy and lacking building permits.
- 2020 Malawi legalises marijuana cultivation for medical and industrial purposes.
Historical Timeline
2026
Last observed in Benin
🇧🇯Final celebration recorded in Benin
⏰ Last ObservedCurrent Status in Benin
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Benin
Last observed: 2026
Public Holiday
Date: February 28, 2024