Independence Day has already passed this year.
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Key facts
- Date
- Thursday, July 9, 2026
- Day of the week
- Thursday
- Where observed
- Nationwide
- Holiday type
- Public holiday
- Week number
- 28
- Day of year
- 190
- Local time zone
- Africa/Juba
- Currency
- SSP
Long-weekend planner
Independence Day falls on a Thursday in 2026. Take the Friday off to turn it into a four-day weekend.
This holiday in other years
Frequently asked questions
In South Sudan, Independence Day is on July 9, 2026 in 2026.
In 2026, Independence Day falls on a Thursday.
Yes. Independence Day is a public holiday observed nationwide in South Sudan.
Independence Day was on July 9, 2026 and has already passed this year.
The next Independence Day in South Sudan is on July 9, 2027.
Other public holidays in South Sudan 2026
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The Independence Day date for South Sudan 2026 is compiled from public official sources and was last updated on August 7, 2026.