Business Days Calculator — Malawi
Calculate working days in Malawi excluding 11 public holidays in 2026.
Business Days Calculator
Calculate delivery dates excluding weekends and public holidays worldwide.
Public Holidays in Malawi (2026)
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | New Year's Day |
| 2026-01-15 | John Chilembwe Day |
| 2026-03-03 | Martyrs' Day |
| 2026-03-20 | Eid al Fitri |
| 2026-04-03 | Good Friday |
| 2026-04-06 | Easter Monday |
| 2026-05-01 | Labour Day |
| 2026-05-14 | Kamuzu Day |
| 2026-07-06 | Independence Day |
| 2026-10-15 | Mother's Day |
| 2026-12-25 | Christmas Day |
How this calculation works
This page helps you plan deadlines in Malawi using business days (not calendar days). Results depend on weekends and the public-holiday calendar.
- Weekends: Saturday and Sunday are excluded by default.
- Holidays: 11 public holidays in 2026 are excluded (see table).
- Saturday as a working day: you can enable it in the form if it applies to you.
A few examples of 2026 holidays: New Year's Day, John Chilembwe Day, Martyrs' Day, Eid al Fitri, Good Friday, Easter Monday…
Note: holiday calendars can vary by region/industry and may change at short notice. For critical decisions, verify with official sources.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the difference between a business day and a calendar day?
Calendar days count every day (including weekends). Business days exclude weekends and typically public holidays.
Why does the result change by country?
Because each country has a different public-holiday calendar. Also, some industries treat Saturday as a working day.
Can I use this for legal or banking deadlines?
Use it as a planning aid. Some official deadlines depend on specific definitions (e.g., regional holidays, cut-off times, or jurisdiction-specific rules).
Related resources
If you need more context, these guides explain the method and common use cases.