Our Calendar
Uganda public holidays, important international and United Nations days, and the dates of our own programs and events, all in one place.
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Monday 5 October 2026
Celebrates teachers and the importance of the teaching profession.
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Friday 9 October 2026
Public holiday
Marks Uganda's independence from the United Kingdom on 9 October 1962.
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Saturday 10 October 2026
Raises awareness of mental health issues and support for mental health care.
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Sunday 11 October 2026
International Day of the Girl Child
Recognises girls' rights and the challenges they face.
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Thursday 15 October 2026
Promotes handwashing with soap as an easy, effective way to protect health.
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Friday 16 October 2026
Marks the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization and promotes action against hunger.
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Saturday 17 October 2026
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
Promotes awareness of the need to end poverty in all countries.
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Saturday 24 October 2026
Marks the anniversary of the entry into force of the United Nations Charter in 1945.
Times are East Africa Time (Kampala).
Public holiday dates follow the Public Holidays Act of Uganda. The government can declare additional or changed holidays by notice, and moveable dates such as Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are confirmed by official announcement after the moon is sighted; until then they are marked "Date to be confirmed" (the real day is usually the day shown or one day earlier). A few international days, such as Safer Internet Day, are announced afresh each year.
Where the dates come from
Each international day shows its source, such as the United Nations or the World Health Organization. Open a date to see it.
Keep the dates in your own calendar
Download the whole calendar as an iCal (.ics) file for Google Calendar, Outlook or Apple Calendar, or subscribe to its address to receive updates.
https://luminaafricafoundation.com/calendar.ics
