All about Public Holidays, Labour Laws and more in Botswana.
Find out about public holidays in Botswana, so you can plan ahead. Also, make sure you know what laws apply regarding work, wages and pubic holidays.
What days are public holidays in Botswana?
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wed | New Year's Day |
| 2 Jan | Thu | New Year Holiday |
| 18 Apr | Fri | Good Friday |
| 19 Apr | Sat | Easter Saturday |
| 21 Apr | Mon | Easter Monday |
| 1 May | Thu | Labour Day |
| 29 May | Thu | Ascension Day |
| 1 Jul | Tue | Sir Seretse Khama Day |
| 21 Jul | Mon | President's Day |
| 22 Jul | Tue | President's Day Holiday |
| 30 Sep | Tue | Botswana Day |
| 1 Oct | Wed | Botswana Day Holiday |
| 25 Dec | Thu | Christmas Day |
| 26 Dec | Fri | Boxing Day |
Are these paid public holidays?
Yes, each of the public holidays listed in Botswana shall be a paid public holiday.
What happens if a public holiday falls on a day of rest?
Where a paid public holiday falls on a rest day (for example, a Sunday), the day following the rest day shall be a paid public holiday.
Do you get paid the same or more on a public holiday in Botswana?
Any employee who works on a paid public holiday shall be paid at least double the wages he or she would have been paid had the day been an ordinary working day; or be granted a paid day off within 10 days immediately thereafter.
Must my employer follow these laws?
Yes, any employer who contravenes this section shall be guilty of an offence and liable to penalties.
Conclusion
It is important for both employees and employers to know about public holidays and the law in Botswana, including the dates when they apply, and payment on those dates.