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Prayer Day in Zambia

Name: Prayer Day in Zambia
Start: 2026-10-18
Location: Zambia

National day of prayer

Date in Zambia October 18

Quick Facts

Religious Holiday

Has spiritual and religious significance

christian

Holiday Type

Classification in Zambia

Public

About Prayer Day

National day of prayer

A national holiday for prayer, fasting, and reconciliation.

Day dedicated to national prayer and spiritual reflection

Practical Information in Zambia

Banks

Banks are closed

🏦 Closed

Schools

Educational institutions are closed

🏫 Closed

Government Offices

Government services unavailable

🏛️ Closed

Historical Significance in Zambia

Established by President Lungu in 2015 to seek divine help for national problems.

Calendar Details

Calendar Systems

gregorian

On this day in African history

1884 At age 16, Mwanga II is installed as the 31st Kabaka to rule the Buganda people.
1998 A pipeline explosion in Nigeria results in the tragic loss of over 200 lives as a fire rages for six days before it is successfully extinguished.

Historical Timeline

2026

Last observed in Zambia

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Final celebration recorded in Zambia

⏰ Last Observed

Current Status in Zambia

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Zambia

Last observed: 2026 Public Holiday

Date: October 18, 2024