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Holidays & Observances in Lesotho
Lesotho is an African country completely surrounded by South Africa. Tradition is extremely important to the Lesotho people. Though their relationship with South Africa keeps them connected to the western world, they remain deeply in touch with their traditional roots. Most of the population practices Christianity and celebrate its holidays, but they also remember their traditional religions.
Country Observances
Holiday Date | Country Holiday | Observance Type | Religion/Belief |
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Independence Day Lesotho | Public | ||
Christmas Eve | Religious/Beliefs, Popular | Christianity | |
Christmas | Public, Religious/Beliefs, Popular | Christianity | |
Boxing Day - St. Stephen's Day | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity | |
New Years Eve | Popular | ||
New Year's Day | Popular | ||
International Women's Day | Popular | ||
Good Friday | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity |