Below you'll find 2016's official holidays for Rwanda. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Rwanda Public Holidays 2016
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There are 15 public holidays in Rwanda for 2016. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.
| Date | Day | Holiday name |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-01-01 | Fri | New Year's Day |
| 2016-01-02 | Sat | Public Holiday |
| 2016-02-01 | Mon | Heroes Day |
| 2016-03-25 | Fri | Good Friday |
| 2016-03-28 | Mon | Easter Monday |
| 2016-04-07 | Thu | Genocide Memorial Day |
| 2016-05-01 | Sun | Labour Day |
| 2016-07-01 | Fri | Independence Day |
| 2016-07-04 | Mon | Liberation Day |
| 2016-07-06 | Wed | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) |
| 2016-08-05 | Fri | National Harvest Day |
| 2016-08-15 | Mon | Assumption |
| 2016-09-11 | Sun | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) |
| 2016-12-25 | Sun | Christmas Day |
| 2016-12-26 | Mon | Boxing Day |
Experience Rwanda's Rich Culture Through its Public Holidays
Rwanda's public holidays reflect its unique history and traditions. This guide highlights key celebrations that showcase Rwandan culture.
Rwanda Public Holidays 2016
New Year's Day (Umunsi Mukuru w'Umwaka) - January 1, 2016
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