Whether you're managing your inbox in Zoho Mail or planning your week in Zoho Calendar, syncing South African public holidays is a simple step that can make a big difference. It helps you stay organised, avoid scheduling conflicts, and keep your team on the same page.
Here’s why it’s worth doing:
Avoid Booking Meetings on Holidays: Prevent awkward scheduling clashes on days like Heritage Day or Freedom Day.
Simplify Leave Planning: Make it easier for your team to plan time off around official public holidays.
Improve Team Coordination: Ensure everyone is aligned with shared calendar visibility.
Pro Tip: When set up correctly, Zoho Calendar automatically blocks out public holidays, saving you time and avoiding unnecessary admin.
How to Add South African Public Holidays to Zoho Calendar
Step 1: Log In to Zoho Calendar
Go to calendar.zoho.com and sign in using your Zoho Mail credentials.
Step 2: Access Calendar Settings
Once logged in, click the gear icon (⚙️) in the top-right corner of the page to open your Calendar Settings.
Step 3: Subscribe to South African Holidays
In the Settings menu, select the “Subscribe” tab.
Click on “Holidays” from the options listed.
Use the search bar to find “South Africa.”
Click “Subscribe” next to the South African holiday calendar.
Once subscribed, public holidays will automatically appear in your Zoho Calendar—no manual entry needed!
Step 4: Confirm the Holidays Have Been Added
Bonus Tip: Sync Zoho Calendar Across All Your Devices
Using Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, or Microsoft Outlook in addition to Zoho? No problem—Zoho Calendar makes it easy to stay in sync across all platforms.
Here’s how you can keep everything connected:
Export Your Zoho Calendar: Share your Zoho Calendar (including South African public holidays) by exporting it in iCal format. This ensures your calendar events are visible on any external calendar app you use.
Sync with Mobile & Desktop Apps: Set up calendar sync on your smartphone, tablet, or desktop to keep your schedule up to date, no matter where you are.
Stay Connected On-the-Go: Whether you’re travelling, in meetings, or working remotely, you’ll always have access to an accurate, synced calendar.
With these sync options, your South African public holidays, and all your events will appear seamlessly across every device and calendar app you use.
South African Public Holidays In 2025
Here’s the official list of South African public holidays for 2025 and 2026. Once added to your Zoho Calendar, these dates will be automatically highlighted and blocked out, making planning easier and more accurate.
| Date | Holiday |
| 1 January | New Year's Day |
| 21 March | Human Rights Day |
| 18 April | Good Friday |
| 21 April | Family Day |
| 27 April | Freedom Day |
| 1 May | Workers' Day |
| 16 June | Youth Day |
| 9 August | National Women's Day |
| 24 September | Heritage Day |
| 16 December | Day of Reconciliation |
| 25 December | Christmas Day |
| 26 December | Day of Goodwill |
South African Public Holidays In 2026
| Date | Holiday |
| 1 January | New Year's Day |
| 21 March | Human Rights Day |
| 3 April | Good Friday |
| 6 April | Family Day |
| 27 April | Freedom Day |
| 1 May | Workers' Day |
| 16 June | Youth Day |
| 9 August | National Women's Day |
| 24 September | Heritage Day |
| 16 December | Day of Reconciliation |
| 25 December | Christmas Day |
| 26 December | Day of Goodwill |
Final Thoughts
Syncing South African public holidays with your Zoho Calendar is a small step that brings lasting benefits. From avoiding meeting clashes to simplifying leave planning, a synced calendar helps keep your team organised and informed.
Take just five minutes to subscribe to the holiday calendar today, you’ll save time, reduce confusion, and stay effortlessly ahead all year long.
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