Below you'll find 1959's official holidays for Democratic Republic of the Congo. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Democratic Republic of the Congo Public Holidays 1959
Democratic Republic of the Congo
There are 11 public holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo for 1959. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.
When are the next Public holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo?
| Date | Day | Holiday name |
|---|---|---|
| 1959-01-01 | Thu | New Year's Day |
| 1959-01-04 | Sun | Day of the Martyrs |
| 1959-01-05 | Mon | Day of the Martyrs (substitute day) |
| 1959-01-16 | Fri | Anniversary of President Laurent Kabila |
| 1959-01-17 | Sat | Anniversary of Prime Minister Patrice Emery Lumumba |
| 1959-05-01 | Fri | Labour Day |
| 1959-05-17 | Sun | Liberation Day |
| 1959-05-18 | Mon | Liberation Day (substitute day) |
| 1959-06-30 | Tue | Independence Day |
| 1959-08-01 | Sat | Parents' Day |
| 1959-12-25 | Fri | Christmas Day |
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