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Gov't declares March 20 and 23 as public holidays to mark Eid-Ul-Fitr
Summary
Why has the government declared two public holidays in March 2026 - and who will benefit from the extra day off?
Government has declared March 20 and 23, 2026, as public holidays. This is to mark Eid-Ul-Fitr and account for Shaqq Day falling on a Saturday. The declaration is expected to affect public sector workers and businesses across Ghana.
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Interior Minister declares March 20, 23 as public holidays
Summary
Ghanaians get two holidays in March 2026 - but why did the President have to step in?
The Interior Minister has declared March 20 and 21, 2026 as public holidays to mark Eid-Ul-Fitr and Shaqq Day. Because March 21 falls on a Saturday, the President has made a declaration.
Politics
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