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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Women's Rights Day
Friday, April 17, 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
🛋️ Long weekend potential
3-Day Block
FRI
17
Holiday
SAT
18
Weekend
SUN
19
Weekend
3-day weekend (April 17 – April 19)
📣 Traveler notes
Gabon is a Central African country known for its diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife, featuring 13 national parks.
- Independence Day: August 16-17, 1960
- Liberation Day: August 30
- Major religious festivals (e.g., Eid, Easter, Christmas) are recognized public holidays.
- The national holiday often relates to human rights and social welfare (Women's Rights Day).
- Locals are generally described as friendly, respectful, and helpful to visitors.
About this holiday
While Gabon adheres to international human rights conventions (including UN standards), the country continues to address issues such as trafficking, lack of political freedom, and poverty.