Govt Announces Eid Al-Fitr Public Holiday Dates

The government of Ghana has announced two public holidays in March 2026 to mark the Islamic festival of Eid-Ul-Fitr and the Shaqq Day observance.

An official statement issued on Friday, March 13, confirmed that Friday, March 20, 2026, has been designated a statutory public holiday to mark Eid-Ul-Fitr.

The notice added that Saturday, March 21, which coincides with Shaqq Day, is also recognised under the country’s public holiday calendar.

Additional Holiday Declared Nationwide

Because March 21 falls on a Saturday, authorities approved an adjustment to ensure nationwide observance. By an Executive Instrument issued under the Public Holidays and Commemorative Days Act, Monday, March 23, 2026, was declared an additional public holiday across the country.

The declaration means offices, schools, and businesses are expected to observe the day in line with public holiday regulations.

Government Issues Official Notice

The announcement was signed by Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, Minister for the Interior, who said the declaration followed the provisions of existing law.

The notice urged the general public, institutions, and private organisations to comply fully with the holiday schedule.

Eid-Ul-Fitr marks the end of the Ramadan fast and is widely celebrated by Muslims across Ghana.

The additional holiday is intended to allow citizens adequate time to observe the festivities without disruption to official work schedules.