Malawi Public Holidays 2026
Official calendar of holidays and observances
Quick Facts
Official Holiday Calendar
New Year's Day
First day of the calendar year
John Chilembwe Day
Commemoration of Reverend John Chilembwe
Martyrs' Day
Commemoration of the Batepá Massacre
Good Friday
Christian commemoration of the crucifixion
Easter Monday
Christian celebration following Easter Sunday
Labour Day
International Workers' Day
Kamuzu Day
Birthday of Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda
Mother's Day
Day honoring mothers and rural women
Christmas Day
Christian celebration of the birth of Jesus
Boxing Day
Day after Christmas
Discover Malawi's Rich Holiday Heritage
Your guide to African celebrations — from ancient traditions to modern observances.
Historical Timeline
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Regional Insights
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Calendar Integration
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