Lusaka Securities Exchange (LUSE) Holidays 2026
Complete holiday schedule for Lusaka Securities Exchange in 2026.
2026 Holiday Calendar — Full Schedule14 total dates
| Date | Day | Holiday | Status | Trading Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | Thursday | New Year's Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-03-12 | Thursday | Youth Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-04-03 | Friday | Good Friday | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-04-04 | Saturday | Holy Saturday | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-04-06 | Monday | Easter Monday | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-05-01 | Friday | Labour Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-05-25 | Monday | Africa Freedom Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-07-06 | Monday | Heroes' Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-07-07 | Tuesday | Unity Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-08-03 | Monday | Farmers' Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-10-18 | Sunday | Prayer and Fasting Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-10-19 | Monday | Prayer and Fasting Day (Observed) | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-10-24 | Saturday | Independence Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-12-25 | Friday | Christmas Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
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2026 LUSE Holidays
2026 Lusaka Securities Exchange Holidays Calendar
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About LUSE Trading Hours
Regular Hours: 09:00 – 13:00 (Africa/Lusaka)
Country: Zambia
Time Zone: Africa/Lusaka
Currency: ZMW
Official LUSE Website →Frequently Asked Questions
Is LUSE closed on weekends?
Yes, LUSE is closed on Sundays and Saturdays. Regular trading occurs Monday – Friday only.
Does LUSE close for lunch?
No, LUSE 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 LUSE observe in 2026?
LUSE observes 14 scheduled holidays in 2026, including full market closures and early close days.
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