Govt. cancels October 18 as public holiday

The Zambian government has officially cancelled October 18 as a public holiday. The date, previously observed as the National Day of Prayer, Fasting, Repentance and Reconciliation, will no longer be recognized as a day off for the public.

This decision follows a government initiative to merge the observance of the National Day of Prayer with the commemoration of Zambia’s declaration as a Christian Nation. Moving forward, the combined event will be observed on December 29th, following a period of government consultation.