Uganda Securities Exchange (USE) Holidays 2026
Uganda11:30 GMT+3
15 full closures · 0 early close days
NEXT HOLIDAY
Independence Day
Friday, October 9, 2026
101
days away
2026 Holiday Calendar — Full Schedule15 total dates
| Date | Day | Holiday | Status | Trading Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | Thursday | New Year's Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-01-26 | Monday | NRM Liberation Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-02-16 | Monday | Archbishop Janani Luwum Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-03-08 | Sunday | International Women's Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-03-09 | Monday | International Women's Day (Observed) | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-03-20 | Friday | Eid al-Fitr | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-04-03 | Friday | Good Friday | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-04-06 | Monday | Easter Monday | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-05-01 | Friday | Labour Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-05-27 | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-06-03 | Wednesday | Martyrs' Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-06-09 | Tuesday | Heroes' Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-10-09 | Friday | Independence Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-12-25 | Friday | Christmas Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-12-26 | Saturday | Boxing Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
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2026 USE Holidays
2026 Uganda Securities Exchange Holidays Calendar
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About USE Trading Hours
Regular Hours: 10:00 – 16:00 (Africa/Kampala)
Country: Uganda
Time Zone: Africa/Kampala
Currency: UGX
Official USE Website →Frequently Asked Questions
Is USE closed on weekends?
Yes, USE is closed on Sundays and Saturdays. Regular trading occurs Monday – Friday only.
Does USE close for lunch?
No, USE 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 USE observe in 2026?
USE observes 15 scheduled holidays in 2026, including full market closures and early close days.
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