Full Zambia school calendar 2026 with official term dates, holidays, and exam periods. Stay updated on school opening and closing dates.
2026 Holiday Dates
Zambian academic calendar 2026 is an official schedule used by schools, colleges, and universities that outlines all key dates and periods in an academic year.
What do Zambia School calendar 2026 usually includes
- Start and end dates of school terms/semesters
- School holidays and breaks (mid-term breaks, term holidays)
- Examination periods
- Opening and closing dates
- Public holidays that affect school schedules
- Teacher planning days or school events
Holidays for 2026 Academic Year
The following are the dates and holidays that will affect the 2026 academic year calendar. It is beneficial for a student, teacher, or parent to be aware of the specified dates in order to aid with financial and administrative planning.
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 1 Jan | New Year’s Day |
| 8 Mar | International Women’s Day |
| 12 Mar | Youth Day |
| 3–6 Apr | Easter Weekend (Good Friday – Easter Monday) |
| 28 Apr | Kenneth Kaunda Birthday |
| 1 May | Labour Day |
| 25 May | Africa Day |
| 6–7 Jul | Heroes Day & Unity Day |
| 3 Aug | Farmers’ Day |
| 18 Oct | National Prayer Day |
| 24 Oct | Independence Day |
| 25 Dec | Christmas Day |
Zambia School Calendar 2026 PDF Download
Use the link below to download 2026 Zambia School Calendar
Download Zambia 2026 School Calendar (PDF)