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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Independence Day
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Closed
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Varies
- Restaurants Varies
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
📣 Traveler notes
Botswana is a stable, landlocked country in Southern Africa, recognized for its high quality of life and low crime rates. Key attractions include the Tsodilo Hills, Chobe National Park, Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta), and the Central Kalahari Game Reserve.
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About this holiday
Botswana celebrates Independence Day (Boipuso) annually on September 30, commemorating the nation's declaration of independence from the United Kingdom in 1966.