National Heroes' Day
Nationwide public holiday in Rwanda · Umunsi w'Intwari
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 February | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 2 February | Monday | National Heroes' Day (observed) Observed day off for National Heroes' Day (Sun 1 Feb) |
| 2027 | 1 February | Monday | Nationwide |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Rwanda.
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
Sat 30 Jan – Mon 1 Feb is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Kigali around 1 February: high 26°C (79°F), low 15°C (60°F), rain on 56% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Kigali. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 1 February in Kigali: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Rwanda
Tuesday, 9 March 2027
National Heroes' Day in other countries
Angola
Cabo Verde
Guinea-Bissau
Uganda
Bahamas
Barbados
Bermuda
Cayman Islands
Grenada
Jamaica
Philippines
Saint Kitts and Nevis
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.