Youth Day in 🇿🇦 South Africa
Public Holiday
Yes
National Holiday
No
Type
Public Holiday
Youth Day in South Africa
Youth Day on June 16th commemorates the 1976 Soweto Uprising when students protested against Afrikaans-medium education; observed with youth-focused events and remembrance of those who died fighting apartheid.
About Youth Day
Public holiday honoring the nation's young people and their potential, observed in many countries with youth programs, sports events, and recognition of young leaders and civic contributors.
Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | June 16 | Sunday |
| 2025 | June 16 | Monday |
| 2026 | June 16 | Tuesday |
| 2027 | June 16 | Wednesday |
| 2028 | June 16 | Friday |
| 2029 | June 16 | Saturday |
| 2030 | June 16 | Sunday |