Nelson Mandela Day is not a government holiday. Businesses are open during regular business hours.
Every year on July 18, we invite you to commemorate Nelson Mandela International Day by making a difference in your community. Everyone has the potential and obligation to make the world a better place! Mandela Day is an opportunity for everyone to take action and inspire change.
What is the significance of Nelson Mandela Day?
Mandela Day was established to motivate people to embrace democratic values and contribute to the ideals of maintaining a just and equitable society. Nelson Mandela Day was first proposed by President Jacob Zuma in 2009 to inspire a statewide drive to engage the public in philanthropic activities.
What to do for Nelson Mandela Day?
Contribute to the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s Campaign.
Donate clothing, food, and other necessities.
Register for a Community Cleanup.
Purchase a Bed for a Deserving Person.
Donate Blood at a SANBS Near You.
How many public holidays will there be in South Africa in 2022?
In 2022, South Africa will have 12 public holidays, including an extra day off to honor a public holiday that occurs on a weekend. The Public Holidays Act (Act No 36 of 1994) states that if a public holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday is likewise declared a public holiday.
