Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) Holidays 2026
South Africa13:54 GMT+2
12 full closures · 0 early close days
NEXT HOLIDAY
Heritage Day
Thursday, September 24, 2026
41
days away
2026 Holiday Calendar — Full Schedule12 total dates
| Date | Day | Holiday | Status | Trading Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | Thursday | New Year's Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-03-23 | Monday | Human Rights Day (Observed) | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-04-03 | Friday | Good Friday | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-04-06 | Monday | Family Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-04-27 | Monday | Freedom Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-05-01 | Friday | Workers' Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-06-16 | Tuesday | Youth Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-08-10 | Monday | National Women's Day (Observed) | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-09-24 | Thursday | Heritage Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-12-16 | Wednesday | Day of Reconciliation | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-12-25 | Friday | Christmas Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-12-26 | Saturday | Day of Goodwill | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
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2026 JSE Holidays
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About JSE Trading Hours
Regular Hours: 09:00 – 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg)
Country: South Africa
Time Zone: Africa/Johannesburg
Currency: ZAR
Official JSE Website →Frequently Asked Questions
Is JSE closed on weekends?
Yes, JSE is closed on Sundays and Saturdays. Regular trading occurs Monday – Friday only.
Does JSE close for lunch?
No, JSE does not have a lunch break. Trading is continuous during the session.
What happens if a holiday falls on a weekend?
Most exchanges observe the holiday on the nearest weekday — a Saturday holiday is usually observed on Friday, and a Sunday holiday on Monday. Check the official schedule for specific adjustments.
How many holidays does JSE observe in 2026?
JSE observes 12 scheduled holidays in 2026, including full market closures and early close days.
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