Thursday declared a public holiday — Kangwa
GOVERNMENT has officially declared Thursday, August 13, 2026 a public holiday to allow Zambians to cast their votes in the General Elections.
Government has, however, clarified that Friday August 14, will be a normal working day.
Secretary to the Cabinet, Patrick Kangwa said the holiday is necessary to facilitate voting in line with the Constitution.
” Government wishes to inform the nation that Thursday August,13 2026 has been declared a Public Holiday. The date was set in accordance with Article 56 (1) and (2) of the Constitution of Zambia (Amendment) Act No. 2 of 2016, which provides that general elections shall be held on the second Thursday of August every five years,” Kangwa said in a statement.
He said the declaration means public offices, schools and most businesses are expected to close to enable citizens across the country to participate in the polls.
” The general public is further informed that Friday, August 14, 2026, will not be a public holiday and shall therefore be a normal working day,” Kangwa emphasized.
– TV Yatu | Sanfrossa Mberi | August 11, 2026.