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Revolution and Armed Forces Day

Monday, May 17, 2027
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🏪 What's open

  • Banks Closed
  • Government offices Closed
  • Schools Closed
  • Shops Varies
  • Restaurants Reduced
  • Public transit Reduced
  • Stock market Closed
  • Post office Closed

🛋️ Long weekend potential

3-Day Block
SAT 15 Weekend
SUN 16 Weekend
MON 17 Holiday

3-day weekend (May 15 – May 17)

📣 Traveler notes

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is a large, populous country in Central Africa and is the world's largest Francophone nation.

  • Local military presence may be visible during the holiday.
  • Dress conservatively and respect national institutions.
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About this holiday

FARDC (Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo) is the national military responsible for defending the DRC's sovereignty and territorial integrity. Its historical lineage includes units such as the Force Publique (1885–1960), the ANC, FAZ, and FAC.