Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Burkina Faso
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 August | Wednesday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 5 August | Thursday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Burkina Faso.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Take Friday 6 August off and get 4 days in a row (Thu 5 Aug – Sun 8 Aug).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Ouagadougou around 5 August: high 31°C (88°F), low 23°C (73°F), rain on 93% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Ouagadougou. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Thursday 5 August in Ouagadougou: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Burkina Faso
Saturday, 14 August 2027
Independence Day in other countries
Algeria
Burundi
Central African Republic
Chad
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Djibouti
Eritrea
Eswatini
Gabon
Gambia
Ghana
Guinea
More for Burkina Faso
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.