Breaking News: Ghana’s Holiday Schedule Overhauled – All Midweek Holidays Now Moved to Fridays.
The Ghanaian government has announced significant changes to the country’s official holiday schedule. According to Interior Minister Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, all midweek holidays that fall on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays will now be moved to Fridays.
The Public Holidays and Commemorative Days (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which was passed by Parliament, aims to adjust the holiday schedule to boost productivity and extend weekends. Key holidays include:
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– January 1: New Year Day
– January 7: Constitutional Day
– March 6: Independence Day
– Good Friday and Easter Monday (variable dates)
– May 1: Labour Day
– July 1: Republic Day (newly declared national holiday)
– September 21: Founder’s Day
The government believes that this adjustment will increase productivity and provide longer weekends for Ghanaians. The move is expected to have a positive impact on the economy and overall quality of life.
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Despite opposition from the Minority in Parliament, the bill was eventually passed. The government had filed a certificate of urgency to fast-track the bill’s passage.
